As the tennis season heads toward its conclusion, several key events are set to unfold beyond the US Open. Interest is building around team competitions in September and tournaments across Asia that will impact year-end rankings.
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The Laver Cup returns to London from September 25-27, taking place at The O2, the venue for its 2022 edition where Roger Federer played his final match alongside Rafael Nadal. This year's competition will feature Team World led by Andre Agassi, which has won three of the last four editions. They will face Team Europe, highlighted by recent major champions Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev, along with players like Flavio Cobolli and Casper Ruud.
Simultaneously, the Billie Jean King Cup Finals are occurring in Shenzhen, China. On Tuesday, Czechia secured a 2-0 victory against Great Britain, while Spain beat Kazakhstan 2-1 the following day. Ukraine and Italy, which recently defeated host nation China, will also compete in the semifinals. Italy, having won the tournament in 2024 and 2025, aims for a third consecutive title.
In addition, the Davis Cup Final 8 line-up has been confirmed with nations like Czechia, Spain, and Great Britain progressing through the second-round qualifiers. The finals will take place in Bologna from November 24-29, 2026.
Asian tournaments are in full swing, with WTA events in Singapore and Seoul, and ATP competitions in Chengdu and Hangzhou. These tournaments mark the start of a seven-week stint in Asia, leading up to major events in Beijing and Tokyo.
The WTA Finals will occur from November 8-15 at Indian Wells, with only Elena Rybakina currently qualified. Close contenders include Aryna Sabalenka, Jessica Pegula, and Coco Gauff.
Following the WTA event, the ATP Finals will return to Turin, Italy, from November 15-22, featuring confirmed entries from major champions like Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev. Ben Shelton and Daniil Medvedev are also in the running, with notable potential from young talent, including 20-year-old Rafael Jodar.