Davis Cup 2026 Qualifiers Round One: Updated schedule, fixtures, results, live streaming details
26 strong teams will battle it out in the first round, to secure their Davis Cup second-round qualification.
The Davis Cup 2026 Qualifiers first round for 2026 is set to ignite the new tennis season right after the Australian Open, running from February 5-8, 2026 (with most ties on February 6-7 or 7-8).
This stage features 26 nations battling in 13 home-and-away ties, each a best-of-five rubber format spread over two days with typically two singles on day one, followed by doubles and two more singles on day two.
The 13 winners advance to the Qualifiers second round in September, vying for spots in the prestigious Finals later that year, while losers drop to World Group I. With defending champions Italy hosting the Finals and runners-up Spain earning a bye, the spotlight falls on these high-stakes elimination clashes.
Key matchups promise drama and star power. Chile vs Serbia stands out as a blockbuster, with Serbia’s experience potentially clashing against Chile’s passionate home support and altitude advantage. Germany vs Peru sees the hosts as heavy favorites against a gritty Peruvian side.
Croatia vs Denmark could showcase Croatia’s depth, while Ecuador vs Australia pits the visitors’ firepower against the challenging high-altitude clay conditions that often favor the home team.
Further intrigue comes from Norway vs Great Britain, where Britain aims to rebound with players like Jack Draper, facing a motivated Norwegian squad led by Casper Ruud.
Other notable ties include Canada vs Brazil (Vancouver, hard), India vs Netherlands, Hungary vs United States, with U.S. sending a mix of rising stars and veterans like Rajeev Ram and Austin Krajicek, and France vs Slovakia.
Seeded powerhouses like Belgium, Australia, and the U.S. are expected to dominate, but upsets are always possible in the team format.
When is Davis Cup 2026 Qualifiers scheduled to take place?
The Davis Cup 2026 Qualifiers (first round) are scheduled from February 5-8, 2026. The second round follows later in September 18-20, 2026.
Where is Davis Cup 2026 Qualifiers scheduled to take place?
The Davis Cup 2026 Qualifiers (first round) are scheduled across multiple home-and-away venues worldwide, including locations like Estadio Nacional in Santiago (Chile), Castello in Düsseldorf (Germany), Arena Varazdin in Varaždin (Croatia), Nadderud Arena in Oslo (Norway), Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre in Vancouver (Canada), Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) courts in Bengaluru (India) and Quito Tennis and Golf Club in Quito (Ecuador).
What is the format for Davis Cup 2026 Qualifiers?
In the first round (February 5-8, 2026), 26 nations play 13 best-of-five rubbers (first to three wins), spread over two days: two singles on day one, then doubles and two reverse singles on day two. All individual matches are best-of-three sets with tie-breaks.
The 13 winners advance to the second round (September 18-20, 2026), joined by one wild card, for another seven home-or-away best-of-five ties.
The seven second-round winners qualify for the Final 8 (alongside host Italy).
Who are the seeded teams at Davis Cup 2026 Qualifiers?
The seeded teams for the 2026 Qualifiers, ranked based on their Davis Cup, are as follows:
- Spain (1)
- Germany (2)
- Australia (3)
- Belgium (4)
- Netherlands (5)
- United States (6)
- France (7)
- Canada (8)
- Czech Republic (9)
- Argentina (10)
- Austria (11)
- Great Britain (12)
- Croatia (13)
- Serbia (14)
Competition schedule for Davis Cup 2026 Qualifiers?
- February 5-6: Norway vs Great Britain, Nadderud Arena, Oslo, Norway
- February 6-7: Chile vs Serbia, Estadio Nacional, Santiago, Chile
- February 6-7: Germany vs Peru, Castello, Düsseldorf, Germany
- February 6-7: Croatia vs Denmark, Arena Varazdin, Varaždin, Croatia
- February 6-7: Japan vs Austria, Tokyo (specific venue like Ariake Coliseum or similar indoor hard), Japan
- February 6-7: Canada vs Brazil, Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre, Vancouver, Canada
- February 7-8: Ecuador vs Australia, Quito Tennis and Golf Club, Quito, Ecuador
- February 7-8: Bulgaria vs Belgium, Plovdiv (Kolodruma or similar), Bulgaria
- February 7-8: Hungary vs USA, Tatabányai Multifunkcionális Sportcsarnok, Tatabánya, Hungary
- February 7-8: India vs Netherlands, Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) courts in Bengaluru, India
Where and how to watch live streaming and broadcast of Davis Cup 2026 Qualifiers in India, the USA and the UK?
In India, the tie featuring India vs Netherlands from February 7-8 in Bengaluru, will broadcast on DD Sport (Doordarshan Sports channel), free-to-air TV. Streaming is likely available on the DD Sports app or website (prasarbharati.gov.in/dd-sports-homepage/). For other ties or broader coverage, check daviscup.com.
Tennis Channel is the primary broadcaster and streaming provider (via tennischannel.com/app, with subscription required in USA, often available on streaming services like fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, or ESPN+.
In the UK, coverage is available on Tennis Channel, with the Great Britain vs Norway tie also set to be streamed on BBC digital platforms.
Davis Cup 2026 Qualifiers full schedule, fixtures and results
February 5-6:
Norway vs Great Britain
February 6-7:
Chile vs SerbiaGermany vs Peru
February 6-7:
Croatia vs DenmarkJapan vs AustriaCanada vs Brazil
February 7-8:
Ecuador vs AustraliaBulgaria vs BelgiumHungary vs USAIndia vs Netherlands
Davis Cup 2026 Qualifiers India’s fixtures and results
Match 1 (Singles)
Sumit Nagal vs Guy den Ouden, 4:00 PM IST
Match 2 (Singles)
Dhakshineswar Suresh vs Jesper de Jong, (15 mins after Match 1 ends)
Match 3 (Doubles)
N. Sriram Balaji / Yuki Bhambri vs Sander Arends / David Pel, 2:00 PM IST
Match 4 (Singles)
Sumit Nagal vs Jesper de Jong
Match 5 (Singles)
Dhakshineswar Suresh vs Guy den Ouden
*Note: The match timings are subject to change
How many teams are competing in the Davis Cup 2026 Qualifiers first round?
A total of 26 teams are competing in the first round, divided into 13 home-and-away ties.
What happens to teams that lose in the first round of the Qualifiers?
Teams that lose in the first round are relegated to World Group I, where they will compete for a chance to return to the Qualifiers in the future.
How many matches are played in each Davis Cup tie?
Each tie consists of up to five matches (rubbers): four singles and one doubles. The team that wins three matches first wins the tie.
How does a team qualify for the Davis Cup Finals?
Teams must win in the first round and second round of the Qualifiers. The seven second-round winners join host nation Italy in the Final 8.
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