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Poland and Spain to Clash in Billie Jean King Cup Opener

Iga Swiatek leads Poland against host nation Spain as the Billie Jean King Cup Finals commence in Malaga.

  • Poland, with world No. 2 Iga Swiatek, aims for a strong start against Spain in their opening match of the Billie Jean King Cup Finals.
  • Spain's top player, Paula Badosa, returns to the competition after overcoming a serious back injury, eager to perform in front of a home crowd.
  • The Billie Jean King Cup Finals have adopted a knockout format this year, eliminating the group stage to increase competition intensity.
  • Reigning champions Canada, along with Italy, Australia, and the Czech Republic, have received byes to the quarter-finals.
  • The tournament, featuring twelve teams, will run until November 20 in Malaga, with the winning nation set to receive $2.4 million.
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