British tennis player Dan Evans expressed his frustration in 2022 after being left out of the doubles lineup for the Davis Cup, considering it an insult and even contemplating leaving the team. Despite his success in the 2015 Davis Cup, Evans was overlooked for the doubles match, leading him to question his continued involvement in the prestigious tournament. He emphasized that his skills in doubles should not be judged solely by his tour performances, advocating for a broader selection approach based on game styles rather than rankings.
Evans, speaking to the i, highlighted his disappointment at being excluded from the 2021 Davis Cup Finals doubles match in Austria, where he was only given a singles role while others were chosen for doubles. He expressed his confusion and disappointment at never being picked for doubles despite his willingness to play and past efforts to secure a spot in the team.
The following year, Evans and his partner Neal Skupski secured a doubles victory against Colombia, contributing to Great Britain’s success in the Davis Cup Finals. However, Evans later missed the 2023 finale due to an injury.
In the 2025 Davis Cup Finals, Great Britain faced a defeat against Japan in the qualifying round, preventing their participation in the tournament. Italy’s Matteo Berrettini and Flavio Cobolli advanced to the semi-finals by defeating Austria, despite missing key players like Jannik Sinner and Lorenzo Musetti. Berrettini and Cobolli’s wins propelled Italy into a last-four match against Belgium, showcasing their strength in the competition.
Berrettini’s victory over Jurij Rodionov and Cobolli’s triumph against Filip Misolic set the stage for Italy’s progress in the tournament, demonstrating their determination to succeed in the Davis Cup.