Overview

• German squad captained by Rainer Schüttler will host Belgium and Turkey in World Group playoffs from Nov. 14 to 16 in Ismaning, Bavaria.
• Each tie includes two singles matches and a doubles match, with only the group winner retaining top-tier status.
• The inclusion of Eva Lys restores Germany’s strongest lineup after spring defeats to the Netherlands and Great Britain.
• DTB president Dietloff von Arnim called the event a highlight for German tennis and noted it will be the first home tie in Bavaria since 2013.
• Schüttler highlighted the importance of fan support in bolstering the team’s bid to qualify for the 2026 World Group.