Two-time defending champions Italy took on Spain in the final of this year’s Davis Cup, but neither Jannik Sinner nor Carlos Alcaraz represented their team in the World Cup of men’s tennis. Sinner - who guided Italy to Davis Cup glory in 2023 and 2024 - opted not to compete in Finals week this year as he wanted a longer off-season. Alcaraz, meanwhile, was forced to pull out days before Spain’s first tie after picking up a muscle injury.

Ahead of the Davis Cup Finals week in Bologna, both men had also shared their wish to see the team tournament played every two years instead of annually, making it even more special and giving top players the opportunity to compete. But tournament bosses believe that Sinner and Alcaraz’s absences aren’t just a Davis Cup issue - and instead are re

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