Italy’s Tennis Golden Era: Back-to-Back Davis Cup Champions

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Italy has waited a long time—almost 25 years—to celebrate Davis Cup glory. Thanks to Jannik Sinner, the wait is finally over. Sinner’s amazing performance helped Italy win their second Davis Cup title in a row with a 2-0 victory over the Netherlands on Sunday.

Sinner Shines in the Final

The final match was played on an indoor court in Málaga, Spain. Sinner took charge, beating Tallon Griekspoor 7-6(2), 6-2 to seal the victory. It was a perfect week for the world No. 1, who won all four of his matches in the tournament. One of those wins included a key doubles match with Matteo Berrettini in the quarterfinals.

Berrettini’s Big Return

Matteo Berrettini also played a big part in Italy’s win. After dealing with injuries, he came back strong. He won the first singles match in the final, defeating Botic van de Zandschulp 6-4, 6-2. Berrettini, who was the 2021 Wimbledon runner-up, said he missed the joy of team celebrations and was thrilled to be part of this victory.

When Sinner hit the winning point, the Italian team celebrated with joy. Teammates rushed onto the court, hugging him and cheering loudly. Their captain, Filippo Volandri, even lifted Sinner off the ground. The crowd of 9,200, with drums and megaphones, added to the excitement. Italy’s back-to-back wins made them the first team since the Czech Republic in 2012-2013 to achieve this.

Sinner’s Incredible Year

Sinner’s 2024 season has been one to remember. With a 73-6 record, eight titles, and Grand Slam wins at the Australian Open and U.S. Open, he’s shown why he’s the best in the world. Even a doping case, from which he was cleared, didn’t slow him down. Just last week, he added the ATP Finals trophy to his collection.

A Special Time for Italian Tennis

This win came right after the women’s team won the Billie Jean King Cup, making it a dream week for Italian tennis.

“They inspire us to do even better,” Volandri said proudly.

What’s Next for Italy?

With Sinner leading the way and Berrettini finding his form again, Italy’s tennis future looks bright. Their back-to-back Davis Cup wins are about more than trophies—they’re about creating a new chapter in Italian tennis history.

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