{
  "id": 7718067,
  "title": "US Open champion Zverev makes quick Davis Cup return as Germany face Croatia",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/us-open-champion-zverev-makes-quick-davis-cup-return-as-germany-face",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-16T05:35:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/sports/2026/09/16/us-open-champion-zverev-makes-quick-davis-cup-return-as-germany-face-croatia/235406"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Alexander Zverev, the newly crowned US Open champion, is set to make a rapid return to competition this weekend as he aims to assist Germany in qualifying for the Davis Cup Finals. His American opponent, Ben Shelton, is hoping to move past his Flushing Meadows final defeat. Zverev, the world number two, defeated Shelton in four sets on Sunday, further cementing his impressive season after clinching a Grand Slam title at the French Open in June. A victory for Germany would mark their first Davis Cup triumph since 1993. To reach the eight-team Finals in November, they must first overcome Croatia in a second-round qualifying tie this Saturday and Sunday. The seven qualifiers will be decided this week, joining hosts Italy in Bologna next month. Zverev expressed his desire to play in the Davis Cup, despite his coaching staff's concerns about his rapid return. Croatia's team, including veteran Marin Cilic and young talent Dino Prizmic, will be strong contenders against the Germans, who will be the favorites to win.",
  "summary": "PARIS, Sept 16 — Newly-crowned US Open champion Alexander Zverev makes a quick return to action this we...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}