Arthur Fery has earned a spot in Great Britain’s Davis Cup squad to face Ecuador in September at London’s Copper Box Arena. The team selection brings together British number one Cameron Norrie and top doubles specialists Henry Patten and Lloyd Glasspool under captain Leon Smith.
Arthur Fery Earns Davis Cup Call-Up After Wimbledon Success
Following a standout run at his home Grand Slam, Arthur Fery has secured his place in Great Britain’s squad for the upcoming Davis Cup tie against Ecuador. The September fixture marks his first appearance on home turf since his history-making performance at Wimbledon where he reached the semi-finals as a wildcard entry. That breakthrough propelled his world ranking to a career-high 36 before settling at 37, making him the lowest-ranked player to reach the tournament’s final four since Goran Ivanisevic in 2001.
Fery made his international debut last September during a 3-1 victory over Poland in Gdynia. Looking ahead to the home tie, the 24-year-old acknowledged the unique atmosphere waiting for him in East London.
“I’m really proud to be able to represent GB again. It’s going to be a bit of a different scenario this time, at home, in the World Group and trying to qualify for the Final 8. There might be some extra pressure, but I’m ready for it.”
Arthur Fery, via Essexcountystandard
The announcement followed a tough third-round outing at the Cincinnati Masters, where Fery fell in straight sets to world number eight Alex de Minaur after rain delays disrupted play.
Team Composition and Captain Leon Smith’s Strategy
Lexus GB Davis Cup captain Leon Smith has assembled a formidable lineup for the crucial World Group fixture. Alongside Fery, the squad features Cameron Norrie, who recently reclaimed the British number one ranking following deep runs at ATP Tour events in Los Cabos and Montreal. Norrie brings substantial experience to the team, having completed a 4-0 clean sweep against Norway in February during his 14th tie representing Great Britain.
“I’m really happy to be able to name such a strong squad for the tie against Ecuador. We know Ecuador will be right up for the challenge, so to be able to call on our top two singles players and two of the world’s best doubles players – all of whom have had good results in recent weeks – gives us a great chance of securing the win.”
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Leon Smith, Lexus GB Davis Cup Captain and LTA Head of Men’s Tennis
Doubles duties will rest heavily on world number one Henry Patten and Lloyd Glasspool. Patten captured his second Wimbledon men’s doubles title in July, marking his fifth ATP crown of the season and lifting him to the summit of the world rankings. Meanwhile, Glasspool enters the tie following a resurgent stretch that included a Wimbledon quarter-final appearance and an ATP 500 Washington Open title alongside partner Julian Cash.
Jack Draper Sidelined Amid Ongoing Injury Struggles
While the squad boasts depth, notable absences affect the roster. Former world number four Jack Draper is unavailable for selection due to persistent arm injury difficulties that have severely disrupted his season. The 24-year-old broke down in tears earlier this month during his first match back since June, watching his ranking slide from fourth down to 160th over a 12-month span. Davis Cup officials noted that a fifth player will be added to the British squad closer to the event.
PRESS CONFERENCE: DAVIS CUP SELECTION CALL-UP ECUADOR VS. GREAT BRITAIN
Schedule and Format at the Copper Box Arena
The best-of-five tie will unfold over two days on September 19 and 20 at London’s Copper Box Arena. Opening day features two singles matches, while day two commences with a doubles encounter followed by up to two final singles matches if required to settle the outcome. The winner advances toward the Davis Cup Finals scheduled in Bologna this November.
