Olympic gold medalist Zheng Qinwen will spearhead host China's campaign at the 2025 Billie Jean King Cup Finals, as team nominations for the prestigious women's tennis tournament were finalized this week. The event, scheduled for September 16-21 at Shenzhen Bay Sports Center, promises high-stakes matches featuring five current or former WTA top-10 players.
Global Tennis Powerhouses Collide
China opens the tournament on September 16 against defending champions Italy, with world No. 9 Jasmine Paolini leading the European squad. The host team's roster includes Wang Xinyu, Yuan Yue, Zhang Shuai, and Jiang Xinyu under captain Liu Feng.
Star-Studded Quarterfinal Matchups
The competition heats up on September 17 as Spain's Paula Badosa faces Ukraine's debutant team featuring Elina Svitolina. September 18 brings two marquee clashes: Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina leading Kazakhstan against the US trio of Jessica Pegula, Madison Keys, and Emma Navarro, while Naomi Osaka's Japan battles Emma Raducanu's British team.
Format and Global Significance
All matches will follow a best-of-three format with two singles followed by doubles. The event highlights Asia's growing influence in global tennis, with Shenzhen's selection as host city underscoring China's commitment to developing world-class sports infrastructure.
