Sydney, Australia – January 5, 2025 – Team USA emerged victorious in the 2025 United Cup, securing their second title in three years with a thrilling performance from Taylor Fritz and Coco Gauff. The final match, held at the Ken Rosewall Arena, saw Fritz clinch a decisive win over Poland’s Hubert Hurkacz in a nail-biting third set tie-break.
The United Cup, an 18-nation team competition featuring top ATP and WTA players, has quickly become one of the most exciting events on the tennis calendar. This year’s tournament, which ran from December 27, 2024, to January 5, 2025, saw Team USA dominate the round-robin matches, defeating China and the Czech Republic before facing Poland in the final.
Coco Gauff set the tone for Team USA with a stunning victory over World No. 2 Iga Swiatek, winning her match 6-4, 6-4. This gave the Americans an early 1-0 lead in the tie. The pressure was then on Taylor Fritz to seal the deal, and he delivered with a remarkable performance against Hurkacz.
The match between Fritz and Hurkacz was a showcase of powerful serves and intense rallies. Fritz broke Hurkacz’s serve in the fifth game of the first set, taking a 3-2 lead and eventually winning the set 6-4. The second set was more challenging, with Hurkacz fighting back to win 7-5. The final set was a tense tie-break, with Fritz ultimately prevailing 7-4 to secure the match and the United Cup title for Team USA.
The victory was a testament to the team’s resilience and determination, with Fritz and Gauff leading the charge. The win also highlighted the depth of American tennis talent, with players like Denis Kudla, Danielle Collins, Robert Galloway, and Desirae Krawczyk contributing to the team’s success.
Team Captain Michael Russell, who is also Fritz’s coach, praised the team’s effort and unity. “It’s an incredible feeling to win this title again,” Russell said. “Taylor and Coco were phenomenal, but it was truly a team effort. Everyone played their part, and we’re thrilled with the result.”
The 2025 United Cup victory marks a significant achievement for Team USA, solidifying their status as a dominant force in international tennis. With young talents like Gauff and Fritz leading the way, the future looks bright for American tennis.
As the celebrations continue, the tennis world eagerly awaits the next chapter in this exciting competition. Will Team USA be able to defend their title in 2026, or will another team rise to the challenge? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – the United Cup is here to stay, and it promises to deliver more thrilling moments in the years to come.
Taylor Fritz in 2025
Currently ranked no.4 (career-high), Fritz played his last match on the 5th of January when he beat Hubert Hurkacz 6-4 5-7 7-6(4) in the final in Australia to win his 9th career title.
At the moment, during this season Fritz owns an overall 4-1 record. Fritz has won 1 title in Australia.
He is also scheduled to play at the Australian Open (Australian Open) on the 12th of January and () on the 13th of January.
Coco Gauff in 2025
Now ranked no.3, the American played her last match on the 5th of January when she overcame Iga Swiatek 6-4 6-4 in the final in Australia to win her 9th career title.
At the moment, during this season Gauff has a composed 5-0 match record. The American clinched 1 title in Australia.
Gauff is scheduled to compete next at the Australian Open (Australian Open). She will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 13th of January.