Abuja set to host 2024 Davis Cup

Abuja set to host 2024 Davis Cup

Hassan Abdulsalam 17:35 - 21.04.2024

This is a significant opportunity for the Nigerian Tennis team following their return to Group III alongside Ghana after competing in Group IV in Kigali, Rwanda, in 2023.

Nigeria's capital city, Abuja, is gearing up to host Group III of the 2024 Davis Cup Championship as per Punch.

This is a significant opportunity for the Nigerian Tennis team following their return to Group III alongside Ghana after competing in Group IV in Kigali, Rwanda, in 2023.

The competition will be held from July 15th to 20th, 2024, with Nigeria battling Benin Republic, Namibia, Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana, and Zimbabwe for promotion to Group II in 2025.

The round-robin format ensures every team faces each other, with the top three teams earning promotion and the bottom two facing relegation back to Group IV.

Davis Cup: The World Cup of Men's Tennis

The Davis Cup, overseen by the International Tennis Federation (ITF), reigns supreme as the world's largest annual team competition in men's Tennis. Boasting over 150 participating nations, it surpasses every other annual team sporting event in Tennis.

Often dubbed the "World Cup of Tennis," victory in the Davis Cup earns a team the prestigious title of World Champions.

This prestigious tournament has a rich history, dating back to 1900 when it began as a friendly challenge between Great Britain and the United States.

By 2023, the Davis Cup had grown significantly, attracting a staggering 155 nations competing for the coveted title.

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