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Canada, Australia, Germany Poised to Advance in Davis Cup Finals

Canada, Australia, and Germany have solidified their positions in the group stage of the Davis Cup Finals, each securing their second consecutive victory on Thursday. Their unbeaten streaks place them on the cusp of advancing to the quarterfinals, intensifying the competition in one of tennis’s most prestigious international tournaments.

In Manchester, England, defending champions Canada showcased their dominance with a 3-0 sweep over Finland. Denis Shapovalov opened the tie with a hard-fought 7-6(2), 6-2 win against Eero Vasa. His compatriot, Felix Auger-Aliassime, continued the momentum by defeating Otto Virtanen 6-2, 6-3.

The victory was particularly sweet for the Canadians, who were seeking redemption after last year’s quarterfinal loss to Finland. “Everybody’s in good spirits,” Auger-Aliassime said. “It’s a different year, a different time, and last year’s loss was behind us. This year we have a full team and everybody’s playing better than last year. Everybody’s improved.”

Auger-Aliassime and Shapovalov then teamed up in doubles to seal the tie, overcoming Virtanen and Harri Heliovaara 6-2, 7-5.

Meanwhile, Australia mirrored Canada’s success with a commanding 3-0 victory over the Czech Republic. Germany also maintained their undefeated record by sweeping Chile 3-0, further intensifying the race for the finals.

However, the Czech Republic faced a setback as player Tomas Machac was forced to retire due to injury for the second time in as many days, raising concerns about his condition and the team’s prospects.

The Davis Cup Finals continue to capture global attention, with teams vying not just for national pride but also to make their mark on the international tennis stage. The upcoming matches are poised to offer thrilling encounters as the group stage progresses.

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