United Cup Semifinals Set in Australia as Poland, United States, Switzerland and Belgium Advance
After a dramatic quarter-final stage in Sydney and Perth, four nations prepare to contest spots in the United Cup final
The United Cup in Australia has reached its semifinal stage with Poland, the United States, Switzerland and Belgium set to contest places in the title match after an enthralling quarter-final series across Perth and Sydney.
The mixed-team tennis event, serving as the opening international competition of the 2026 season, has delivered upsets and standout performances from some of the sport’s leading players.
Poland booked its place in the semifinals by defeating hosts Australia two matches to one in Sydney.
World No. 2 Iga Swiatek led the charge with a commanding victory in the women’s singles, handing Australia’s Maya Joint a 6-1, 6-1 defeat.
Australia responded through Alex de Minaur, who produced a gritty three-set win against Hubert Hurkacz.
Poland clinched the tie through a dominant mixed-doubles performance by Katarzyna Kawa and Jan Zielinski, who defeated the Australian pairing in straight sets to secure the victory and set up a semifinal against defending champions the United States.
Australia’s campaign concluded on home soil following an intense contest that featured resilient play from de Minaur in front of the Sydney crowd.
In Perth, the defending United Cup champions, the United States, advanced by overcoming Greece two matches to one.
Coco Gauff provided the U.S. with momentum by defeating Maria Sakkari in straight sets, and alongside Christian Harrison sealed the deciding mixed doubles in a tightly contested tiebreak.
Switzerland earned its semifinal berth by edging Argentina, powered by Belinda Bencic’s unbeaten run and crucial victories in singles and mixed doubles.
Belgium also secured a place in the final four by defeating the Czech Republic in their quarter-final tie, with strong contributions from Elise Mertens and Zizou Bergs.
With the semifinals scheduled for Saturday at Ken Rosewall Arena in Sydney, the United States will face Poland in a highly anticipated clash between two of the tournament’s most consistent sides.
The other semifinal will see Switzerland take on Belgium, each nation seeking a first United Cup final appearance.
As the competition progresses, fans are poised for compelling matchups that will determine who advances to the title match on Sunday.
The mixed-team tennis event, serving as the opening international competition of the 2026 season, has delivered upsets and standout performances from some of the sport’s leading players.
Poland booked its place in the semifinals by defeating hosts Australia two matches to one in Sydney.
World No. 2 Iga Swiatek led the charge with a commanding victory in the women’s singles, handing Australia’s Maya Joint a 6-1, 6-1 defeat.
Australia responded through Alex de Minaur, who produced a gritty three-set win against Hubert Hurkacz.
Poland clinched the tie through a dominant mixed-doubles performance by Katarzyna Kawa and Jan Zielinski, who defeated the Australian pairing in straight sets to secure the victory and set up a semifinal against defending champions the United States.
Australia’s campaign concluded on home soil following an intense contest that featured resilient play from de Minaur in front of the Sydney crowd.
In Perth, the defending United Cup champions, the United States, advanced by overcoming Greece two matches to one.
Coco Gauff provided the U.S. with momentum by defeating Maria Sakkari in straight sets, and alongside Christian Harrison sealed the deciding mixed doubles in a tightly contested tiebreak.
Switzerland earned its semifinal berth by edging Argentina, powered by Belinda Bencic’s unbeaten run and crucial victories in singles and mixed doubles.
Belgium also secured a place in the final four by defeating the Czech Republic in their quarter-final tie, with strong contributions from Elise Mertens and Zizou Bergs.
With the semifinals scheduled for Saturday at Ken Rosewall Arena in Sydney, the United States will face Poland in a highly anticipated clash between two of the tournament’s most consistent sides.
The other semifinal will see Switzerland take on Belgium, each nation seeking a first United Cup final appearance.
As the competition progresses, fans are poised for compelling matchups that will determine who advances to the title match on Sunday.
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