Carlos Alcaraz Returns for Spain as Alexander Zverev Leads Germany in Davis Cup Final 8

Carlos Alcaraz will represent Spain in the upcoming Davis Cup Final 8 next month, marking his first appearance in the event since 2024. The tournament is set to take place from November 24 to 29 in Bologna, Italy.

Alexander Zverev, who is expected to become the world No. 1 before the competition begins, has been named to lead the Germany squad. Both players are pivotal figures for their countries heading into the high-stakes matches.

Italy to Compete Without Jannik Sinner

The three-time defending champions, Italy, will face the event without Jannik Sinner, who is sidelined due to injury. Instead, the team will be captained by French Open finalist Flavio Cobolli.

Alcaraz’s Career Milestones and Davis Cup Ambitions

Since last playing in the Davis Cup in 2024, Alcaraz has added a major achievement by becoming the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam with an Australian Open title earlier this year. Despite his success, the Davis Cup remains one of the few major trophies missing from his collection.

Alongside Alcaraz, Spain will field two other top-15 players: No. 11 Rafael Jodar and No. 15 Alejandro Davidovich Fokina. All were selected by team captain David Ferrer. Spain’s first challenge will come against Austria in the quarterfinals.

Zverev’s Germany Opens Against Britain

Germany will start their campaign facing Britain, which features Wimbledon semifinalist Arthur Fery. Michael Kohlmann leads the German team, which includes Jan-Lennard Struff, Kevin Krawietz, and Tim Puetz.

Full Team Lists for Davis Cup Final 8

• Czechia: Jakub Mensik, Jiri Lehecka, Patrick Rikl, Adam Pavlasek; Tomas Berdych (captain)
• Canada: Felix Auger-Aliassime, Denis Shapovalov, Gabriel Diallo, Liam Draxl, Duncan Chan; Frank Dancevic (captain)
• Italy: Flavio Cobolli, Luciano Darderi, Lorenzo Musetti, Andrea Vavassori, Simone Bolelli; Filippo Volandri (captain)
• South Korea: Kwon Soonwoo, Chung Hyeon, Park Uisung, Nam Jisung, Hong Seongchan; Chung Jong-sam (captain)
• Britain: Arthur Fery, Cameron Norrie, Henry Patten, Neal Skupski; Leon Smith (captain)
• Germany: Alexander Zverev, Jan-Lennard Struff, Kevin Krawietz, Tim Puetz; Michael Kohlmann (captain)
• Austria: Jurij Rodionov, Lukas Neumayer, Joel Schwaerzler, Neil Oberleitner, Lucas Miedler; Jurgen Melzer (captain)
• Spain: Carlos Alcaraz, Rafael Jodar, Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, Pedro Martinez, Marcel Granollers; David Ferrer (captain)