Following the U.S. Open, most of the ATP Tour players take a break to prepare for the final stretch of the season. However, some elite competitors are participating in the prestigious Davis Cup, where teams compete in the World Group qualifiers. The outcomes of the seven ties being contested worldwide will determine which teams advance to the finals in Italy at the end of November.

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Alexander Zverev of Germany is poised to make a significant impact. After winning his second Grand Slam title at the U.S. Open, the world No. 2 is set to lead Germany against Croatia in Halle. Zverev will play the first match of the tie against Matej Dodig, ranked 169 spots lower than him. With a Davis Cup title still missing from his collection of major trophies, this match presents an excellent opportunity for him to build on his recent success.

For the United States, Learner Tien has stepped up in the absence of Taylor Fritz and Tommy Paul. At just 20 years old, Tien showed promise by defeating Czechia’s Jakub Mensik in straight sets during his debut. He will face Jiri Lehecka, who recently upset Ben Shelton, making Tien's match critical for the U.S. team’s chances of advancing.

Felix Auger-Aliassime, representing Canada, has faced a tumultuous season but reached a career-high ranking of No. 4 in 2026. Despite struggling at hard court majors, he aims to regain form in the Davis Cup, a tournament where he previously helped Canada secure their first title in 2022. Auger-Aliassime acknowledged discomfort from the U.S. Open, raising concerns about potential vulnerabilities against a strong French team.

Rafael Jodar from Spain has emerged as a promising talent, achieving a significant rise in the rankings over the past year. This weekend, he leads Spain against a veteran Chilean squad, facing the challenge of high expectations as he continues to navigate the rigors of professional tennis.

Hyeon Chung of South Korea returns to the Davis Cup after a series of injuries that have hindered his career since his 2018 Australian Open semifinal appearance. Competing primarily on the Futures Tour, Chung has performed well in the Davis Cup, recently helping secure South Korea's position in this round and currently contributing to their lead over India.