Poland Claims First Title at United Cup Tennis

The Polish team achieved its first victory at the United Cup by defeating Switzerland 2-1 in the final held in Sydney, marking a significant turnaround after facing disappointments in the last two editions.

The match began with Switzerland taking an early lead as Belinda Bencic triumphed over world number one Iga Swiatek. Hubert Hurkacz then leveled the score by defeating veteran Stan Wawrinka in an intense three-set match.

In the decisive match, the Polish duo of Katarzyna Kawa and Jan Zieliński outperformed Bencic and Jakub Paul, clinching the long-awaited title for their country.

Swiatek, who did not perform at her best during the tournament, expressed her joy over the collective victory, stating that the team had worked hard and finally turned their efforts into success. She emphasized that mutual support among players was key to their achievement.

This victory followed a remarkable journey for Poland, which eliminated the defending champions, the United States, in the semifinals. This win provided a boost for Hurkacz ahead of the Australian Open, while Swiatek, despite her recent loss, remains a top contender at Melbourne Park.

The final featured thrilling moments, including Bencic's comeback against Swiatek in the women's singles match and Wawrinka's pressure on Hurkacz in his final season before retirement. However, the Polish team's experience in mixed doubles secured the title and ignited celebrations on the court.

With this achievement, Poland has made its mark in the tournament's history, demonstrating its capability to compete on the global stage.