Zizou Bergs Shines in Coupe Davis, Bringing Belgium Back in Match Against Italy

Match Highlights from the Coupe Davis

Bergs emerged victorious with scores of 6-3, 6-7 (5/7), 6-0 after two and a half hours of play, bringing Belgium to a tie at 1-1 against Italy. The first set was dominated by the Limbourgeois, who secured two quick breaks against his opponent, winning 6-3. In contrast, the second set saw fierce competition, ultimately falling to the Italian in a tight tie-break, 7-6 (7/5). The final set, however, was swift, with Bergs clinching a 6-0 win with a remarkable triple break, energizing Belgium for the ongoing duel.

Upcoming Matches and Challenges

Before this match, Bergs faced Cobolli at the US Open earlier this year, where he was defeated in a four-set battle. On Tuesday, Bergs showcased his talent by defeating Tallon Griekspoor (ATP 39) in straight sets, further propelling Belgium’s chances in this thrilling encounter. Sander Gillé and Joran Vliegen (both ATP 32 in doubles) will take on the decisive doubles match against Andrea Vavassori (ATP 9 in doubles) and Simone Bolelli (ATP 12 in doubles). Alexander Blockx (ATP 253) previously lost to Matteo Berrettini (ATP 43) in a closely contested match.

Looking ahead, Belgium will face Brazil on September 14, following a successful opening match against the Netherlands. The stakes are high, as only the top two teams will qualify for the Coupe Davis Finals in Malaga, Spain, this November. Each match features the best of three games, comprising two singles and one doubles.