Billie Jean King Cup: Great Britain prepare for tough Czech Republic test

Great Britain’s Billie Jean King Cup squad is preparing for what captain and players describe as a difficult quarter-final against the Czech Republic in Shenzhen, China, on Tuesday. The tie features a strong Czech lineup and the reigning Wimbledon champion in Linda Noskova, alongside Karolina Muchova, her beaten opponent from this summer’s all-Czech final. The Czechs are 11-time champions and boast two players ranked in the top 10 at the Finals. For GB—Harriet Dart, Katie Boulter, Sonay Kartal, Mika Stojsavljevic and Jodie Burrage—the match is expected to be a step up, with the British side collectively lower in singles rankings. In doubles, the Czechs include potential pairing options after Cincinnati success.