The U.S. Davis Cup team has bolstered its roster ahead of the crucial First Round Qualifying tie against Hungary, scheduled for February 7-8, 2026, in Tatabánya. The selection of World No. 22 Tommy Paul and Australian Open doubles champion Christian Harrison is seen as a significant boost for the team as it aims to secure a spot in the next round of the prestigious tournament.
Tommy Paul, who has proven himself as a dependable player for the Davis Cup with a wealth of experience, will be competing in his 11th tie. His addition is anticipated to enhance the U.S. squad’s competitiveness on the indoor clay surface at the Tatabányai Multifunkcionális Sportcsarnok. Joining him is Christian Harrison, who recently showcased his talent alongside Coco Gauff in the United Cup. Harrison steps in to replace veteran player Rajeev Ram, making his Davis Cup debut.
Under the guidance of captain Bob Bryan, the team also features Ethan Quinn, ranked No. 68, Emilio Nava at No. 82, and doubles specialist Austin Krajicek, who holds a ranking of No. 52. This diverse mix brings both youthful energy and experience to the American side as they prepare for the matchup.
On the opposing side, Hungary’s Captain Kornel Bardoczky has announced his squad, which includes world No. 46 Fabian Marozsan—who notably holds a career victory over Carlos Alcaraz—along with Zsombor Piros, Peter Fajta, Mate Valkusz, and Matyas Fuele. This lineup indicates a challenging encounter for the U.S. team.
The competition format consists of a best-of-five matches, beginning with two singles on Saturday at 1 p.m. local time (7 a.m. ET), followed by a doubles match and two singles matches on Sunday, starting at 11 a.m. local time (5 a.m. ET). The first team to win three matches will advance to the Second Round of Qualifying scheduled for later in September.
Tennis fans in the United States can catch the action live on the Tennis Channel, as the U.S. squad seeks to showcase its talent and strong team spirit in what promises to be a thrilling encounter in Hungary.
