Overview
- Anna-Lena Friedsam lost the opening singles to Belgium’s Jeline Vandromme 6-7 (0-7), 6-2, 3-6 in Ismaning, leaving Germany trailing in the decisive tie.
- Debutant Ella Seidel must win the second singles to keep Germany’s survival hopes alive, as defeat would confirm relegation before the doubles.
- Top player Eva Lys was ruled out with a right thigh injury, and the DTB designated Seidel and Friedsam for singles on the final day.
- Germany is further depleted after the absences of Tatjana Maria and Laura Siegemund, leaving the squad without any top‑50 players.
- Belgium’s earlier 2-1 win over Turkey set up today’s decider; if Germany levels the tie and wins 2-1 overall, sets and then games will determine the group winner.