SHENZHEN, China (AP) — Czechia secured a spot in the Billie Jean King Cup final with a 2-0 victory over Spain on Friday, led by Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova and Karolina Muchova. The Czechs will compete against either Ukraine or two-time defending champion Italy in Sunday’s final.

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Muchova opened the semifinal with a win against Jessica Bouzas Maneiro, finishing 7-5, 6-4. Noskova, ranked No. 6, then solidified the Czech victory by defeating Cristina Bucsa 7-6 (5), 6-2. The semifinal match between Italy and Ukraine is set for Saturday.