1949 Davis Cup
The 1949 Davis Cup was the 38th edition of the most important tournament between national teams in men's tennis. 24 teams would enter the Europe Zone, and 4 teams would enter the America Zone. Israel made its first appearance in the competition.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 28 April – 28 August 1949 |
| Edition | 38th |
| Teams | 26 |
| Champion | |
| Winning Nation | United States |
← 1948 1950 → | |
Australia defeated Mexico in the America Zone final, and Italy defeated France in the Europe Zone final. Australia defeated Italy in the Inter-Zonal play-off, but fell to defending champions the United States in the Challenge Round, giving the Americans their 4th straight title and 16th overall. The final was played at the West Side Tennis Club in Forest Hills, New York, United States on 26–28 August.
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