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The 2025 Laver Cup In San Francisco Records Incredible Numbers, Excitement And Legacy

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The eighth edition of the Laver Cup saw underdogs Team World win the title for the third time, with a thrilling 15-9 victory over Team Europe in San Francisco, the first under Captain Andre Agassi.
 
For the fourth time in the event’s history it was match 12 that decided the Laver Cup, as was the case in 2017, 2019 and 2024.
 
Team World last won the Laver Cup at Vancouver 2023 after winning their first title at London 2022.

RESULTS

LAVER CUP 2025 IN NUMBERS
 
ATTENDANCE

  • Over 81,500 fans attended the five sessions at Chase Center, the largest attendance in the event’s history.
  • Over 4,700 fans attended the Laver Cup Open Practice Day presented by FICO on Thursday before the event, including 2,000 children from schools, tennis programs and youth organizations across the Bay Area. 
  • 90% of fans were from the United States, representing 48 different states.
  • 10% of fans were from outside the United States, representing more than 40 countries.
  • 50% of fans travelled more than 1.5 hours to attend the Laver Cup. 
  • Laver Cup Fan Zone in Thrive City saw over 112,000 fans experience the outdoor activation.


TEAMS

  • In 2025, Team Captains Yannick Noah and Andre Agassi and Vice Captains Tim Henman and Pat Rafter made their debut at the Laver Cup. 
  • Team Europe was represented by world No.1 and US Open champion Carlos Alcaraz (second appearance), world No.3 Alexander Zverev (the first player to record his sixth appearance and has been part of all five Team Europe victories), Casper Ruud (fifth straight appearance) and three debutants – Holger Rune, Jakub Mensik, Flavio Cobolli plus alternate Tomas Machac. 
  • Team World featured world No.5 and top-ranked American Taylor Fritz (fifth appearance), world No.8 Alex de Minaur (second appearance), Argentina’s Francisco Cerundolo (third appearance), Reilly Opelka (second appearance) and debutants – Joao Fonseca (second youngest to ever play Laver Cup) and Alex Michelsen, and alternate Jenson Brooksby.
  • Two of Team World’s three Laver Cup victories have been at home, following their win at Vancouver 2023.
  • Taylor Fritz is the only player to be a part of each of Team World’s tournament victories at the Laver Cup in 2022, 2023 and 2025.
  • Taylor Fritz became the first American player to claim a singles win at the Laver Cup on American soil. 
  • Taylor Fritz is now the first player in the event’s history to claim multiple ATP top five wins at a single edition of the Laver Cup.
  • Taylor Fritz (15) now trails Jack Sock (20) in points claimed for Team World at the Laver Cup.
  • Alex de Minaur registered his fifth career top-3 win, three of these five have been in team events.
  • Jakub Mensik became the youngest player to win singles and doubles matches on the same day at the Laver Cup, surpassing Carlos Alcaraz on Day 3 2024.
  • Joao Fonseca became the first teenager to win a Laver Cup match since the event’s inception in 2017.
  • Alexander Zverev became the first player to appear in 10+ singles matches at the Laver Cup.
  • Alexander Zverev (16) equaled Jack Sock for the most matches played at the Laver Cup.
  • Taylor Fritz (6) equaled Roger Federer for the second most wins in singles at the Laver Cup, only Alexander Zverev (7) has more.

 
CHASE CENTER

  • The state-of-the-art Chase Center in San Francisco was transformed into a world-class tennis arena for the first time.
  • The iconic black Laver Cup court was made of 460 modular wood panels installed overnight by a crew of 10 people over 8 hours.
  • 430 liters of black paint exclusive to Laver Cup were used on the court.
  • More than 1,000 people were involved in the production of the Laver Cup at Chase Center.
  • The Fan Zone featured a massive 74ft x 42ft LED screen and showcased the live tennis action.
  • The ‘SERVED with Andy Roddick’ podcast recorded live from Thursday to Sunday with special guest appearances from 20-time Grand Slam champion and Laver Cup co-founder Roger Federer, John McEnroe, Andre Agassi, Yannick Noah, Pat Rafter and Tim Henman. The podcast generated a total reach of 3.5 million across all its platforms.

 
STADIUM PRODUCTION

  • Laver Cup’s signature Sonic Light and Sound show returned in 2025 to delight fans prior to each session.
  • The largest of its kind center hung videoboard in the NBA, featured approximately 2,956 square meters of active LED video displays inside the Chase Center during the Laver Cup. 
  • In total, 196 LED Automated lighting fixtures and 40 Laser Phosphor automated fixtures were used at Chase Center.
  • The venue featured more than 64 LED video displays and more than 53.6 million individual LED pixels throughout the arena.
  • The on-court LEDs were another 172m2 and another 16.5m pixels.
  • More than 450 pieces of content screened across the numerous LED video displays across the venue.
  • 2,000 branded Laver Cup prints were used to dress Chase Center. 

 
MEDIA AND BROADCAST

  • Laver Cup world feed was hosted by an expert commentary team including Jim Courier, Barbara Schett-Eagle, Todd Woodbridge, Mark Petchey, Sam Smith, Jason Goodall and Sam Querrey. A brand-new host desk elevated the production using DMX controllable lights, an LED ticker and a 60-inch monitor displaying various graphics and vision from the tournament.
  • 53 host broadcast cameras captured all the action, including 30 on the field of play and 18 focused on the city and behind the scenes.
  • Over 130 host broadcast production and technical professionals planned, produced and delivered the broadcast coverage.
  • Broadcast innovations this year included the use of an external drone, Spidercam, dreamchip, FX6 and comet cameras, augmented replays, the use of biomechanical data for analysis and for the first time AR graphics over Steadicam were used.
  • Laver Cup was broadcast to more than 230 territories globally, with live coverage of matches available in all markets and a network of 18 broadcast partners around the world.
  • 148 media were accredited to cover Laver Cup in San Francisco from 11 different countries. 102 were from the United States.

 
LAVER CUP ANIMATED

  • Laver Cup 2025 saw the introduction of Laver Cup Animated, an innovative fusion of live match streaming and dynamic animated overlays, accessed via Tennis Channel’s direct to consumer app and T2 FAST channel. 
  • 19 new custom avatars of players, captains, Tennis Channel on-air talent and the great Rod Laver were designed for the inaugural Laver Cup animated production. 
  • The animated feed was driven by 3D tracking data including 27 skeletal datapoints on players’ bodies and five on their rackets. The data was ingested live into a custom-built production engine and delivered a fully animated alternate broadcast including player avatars, stadia, replays and graphics. 

 
LAVERCUP.COM AND LAVER CUP SOCIAL MEDIA (tournament week only)

  • A mix of original content and competitive highlights of Team Europe and Team World were featured as they went from the streets of San Francisco to the black court at Chase Center.
  • LaverCup.com saw 1.88 million pageviews.
  • Laver Cup amassed 6.15 million Google Search impressions. 
  • 1,600 hours of Team Europe and Team World bench cams were viewed on LaverCup.com. 
  • Laver Cup social media channels saw over 100,000 new followers during the tournament week.
  • Laver Cup social-digital media channels totaled over 124 million impressions, including 60 million video views for the week. 
  • YouTube experienced 8.2 million views.
  • Some of the most viewed Laver Cup social media posts included the following:


VIP GUESTS

  • Rod Laver, winner of the calendar-year Grand Slam in 1962 and 1969, watched all matches at Chase Center and was part of the annual iconic photo with Team Europe and Team World.
  • Golden State Warriors basketballer Steph Curry stepped out on court alongside Roger Federer to toss the coin ahead of Taylor Fritz’s first win over Carlos Alcaraz on Saturday night.
  • Two-time NBA champion and Basketball Hall of Famer Pau Gasol tossed the coin on Sunday.
  • Other notable attendees included Golden State Warriors Coach Steve Kerr, Hollywood actors Adam Scott, Cooper Koch, comedian Nick Kroll, Emmy award winning actress Uza Aduba and singer-songwriter Joe King, as well as NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, Microsoft founder Bill Gates and the Mayor of San Francisco Daniel Lurie.
  • Stan Smith, Andy Roddick, Michael Chang, John McEnroe, Patrick McEnroe, Mary Joe Fernandez and Eugenie Bouchard were among the former tennis stars to walk the black carpet at the Laver Cup Opening Night held at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium.  
  • NFL commentator Melissa Stark hosted Opening Night, which also included a special performance by American musician and frontman of Matchbox Twenty, Rob Thomas, who has sold 80 million records.


ON COURT

  • More than 1,500 Wilson tennis balls were used during the Laver Cup.
  • 24 ballkids were selected from 400 applicants to make up the San Francisco team. There were applicants from Europe, South America and North America. The team comprised 21 ballkids from the Bay Area, one from Tampa, Florida and one returnee from Vancouver 2023. 
  • 2,140 UNIQLO items of apparel and 700 pairs of ON shoes were worn by Laver Cup staff, ballkids and referees.

 
OFF COURT 

  • Team Europe experienced San Francisco by taking a ride on the city’s iconic Cable Cars while Team World visited Oracle Park, the home of the San Francisco Giants baseball team.
  • Both teams featured in the Laver Cup’s iconic photo in front of the Golden Gate Bridge. 
  • 18,100 bottles of Icelandic water were used during the tournament. 
  • 60 state-of-the-art Mercedes-Benz vehicles transported players, captains and VIPs around San Francisco. 


LEGACY PROJECT

  • The Laver Cup Community Legacy Project unveiled six newly resurfaced tennis courts at John McLaren Park. The court renovation was completed in partnership with the USTA Foundation and Mercedes-Benz.  
  • McLaren Park is the third largest park in San Francisco by area, after Golden Gate Park and the Presidio. The park’s transformed public tennis facility serves as one of the home bases for Youth Tennis Advantage (YTA), a San Francisco-based junior tennis program, part of the USTA Foundation’s National Junior Tennis and Learning (NJTL) network. The network was co-founded in 1969 by tennis icon Arthur Ashe, Charlie Pasarell and Sheridan Snyder and supports more than 300 community-based organizations helping young people from under-resourced communities prepare for their futures through tennis, education and mentorship programs.
  • Mayor of San Francisco Daniel Lurie joined Roger Federer, Laver Cup Chairman and Team8 CEO Tony Godsick, Yannick Noah, Golden State Warriors President Brandon Schneider and USTA Foundation CEO Ginny Ehrlich to formally unveil the upgraded facilities.  

 
LONDON 2026

  • The Laver Cup will make its first-ever return to a city when the ninth edition is held at The O2 in London from September 25-27, 2026.
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 21: Taylor Fritz of Team World (C) takes a selfie of Team World after defeating Team Europe to win Laver Cup 2025 during day three at Chase Center on September 21, 2025 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for Laver Cup)

Casper Ruud Named To Team Europe For 2025 Laver Cup

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Casper Ruud will return for his fifth straight Laver Cup appearance, joining Team Europe for this year’s event, taking place at Chase Center in San Francisco from September 19–21, 2025.


The Norwegian star, who captured the Madrid Open title earlier this season, will line up alongside World No.2 Carlos Alcaraz, World No.3 Alexander Zverev, and World No.9 Holger Rune under the leadership of newly appointed Team Europe captain, Yannick Noah. The final two European players will be announced in the coming weeks.


Three-time Grand Slam finalist Ruud made his Laver Cup debut in Boston (2021) and has been an integral part of the team ever since, competing in London (2022), Vancouver (2023), and Berlin (2024). He holds a 4-2 win-loss record in the competition.
 

“The Laver Cup is incredible, bringing together Europe, with its rich tennis history, to take on the rest of the world,” said Ruud. 

“I love representing Europe, and doing my best for the whole continent, not just my country. The team aspect is unique – getting to play alongside guys who are usually my rivals and to support each other is something we don’t experience often.”

“I’m also really looking forward to playing in front of Yannick Noah and Tim Henman for the first time – they are a dynamic duo and it’s going to be really cool. And, I’m excited to visit San Francisco for the first time. I’m a big Golden State Warriors fan, so playing in Chase Center will be something special.”

Noah welcomed Ruud’s return, praising the 26-year-old’s consistency and spirit.

“Casper is a great competitor who brings experience, passion and composure to the team environment,” said Noah. “He understands the spirit of the Laver Cup and is exactly the kind of player you want by your side. I’m delighted he’s back.”

Across the net, Team World, led for the first time this year by eight-time Grand Slam champion Andre Agassi, promises to provide fierce competition as they look to capture their third Laver Cup. Their lineup so far includes American trio – Taylor Fritz, Ben Shelton and Tommy Paul – alongside rising Brazilian star João Fonseca, with two further players to be named ahead of the US Open.

Now in its eighth edition, the Laver Cup pits six of the best men’s tennis players from Europe against six of their counterparts from the rest of the World in a thrilling three-day competition.
 
Played on a dramatic black court, the competition rotates host cities between Europe and the World annually. Each team’s six players must all compete in one singles match during the first two days, and no more than two during the three-day competition. At least four of the six players must play doubles. Each match win is worth one point on Friday, two points on Saturday, and three points on Sunday, with the first team to reach 13 points winning the Laver Cup.
 
The 2025 edition of Laver Cup marks the event’s first appearance on the U.S. West Coast, with the state-of-the-art Chase Center, home of the seven-time NBA Champion Golden State Warriors and WNBA’s Golden State Valkyries,set to host tennis for the first time.
A limited number of tickets for Friday and Sunday are still available via Ticketmaster, the official ticketing partner of Chase Center.

For further updates on player announcements, event information, special offers and more, fans are encouraged to register as a ‘Laver Cup Insider’ at lavercup.com.

BERLIN, GERMANY – SEPTEMBER 20: Casper Ruud of Team Europe acknowledges the crowd as Team Europe are introduced ahead of the evening session on day one of Laver Cup at Uber Arena on September 20, 2024 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Maja Hitij/Getty Images for Laver Cup)


Laver Cup To Return To O2 In London In 2026

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London has been confirmed as the host city for the ninth edition of the Laver Cup, with the event set to return to The O2 from September 25-27, 2026.

The venue was the scene of one of the most unforgettable moments in tennis history when Roger Federer brought his legendary career to a close at the 2022 edition of the Laver Cup in front of a packed London crowd alongside his longtime rivals Rafa Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray.

The O2, is the world’s most popular live entertainment, leisure, and retail destination and has been visited by over 100 million people since opening in 2007. Its iconic arena welcomes over 200 events a year and was host to the ATP World Tour Finals from 2009 to 2020 as well as the Laver Cup in 2022. Beyond tennis, The O2 has staged global superstars such as Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Madonna, Adele, Elton John, Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones and has hosted major events including The BRIT awards, UFC, NBA games and World Championship Boxing.

“We are thrilled to be bringing the Laver Cup back to London, one of the world’s great sporting cities,” said Laver Cup Chairman and TEAM8 CEO Tony Godsick. “London set a new benchmark in 2022, delivering one of the most successful and emotional editions of the event to date.”

“While we’ve traditionally taken the Laver Cup to new cities around the world each year, the response from London – from fans, partners and players – was truly overwhelming. The appetite to see Laver Cup return was impossible to ignore, and we’re excited to once again bring this unique tennis event back to The O2.”

Federer, 20-time Grand Slam Champion and Laver Cup co-founder, is also looking forward to returning to The O2.

“My final match in 2022 was filled with emotion and unforgettable memories – being surrounded by my teammates who were also my greatest rivals – it was everything I could have hoped for,” said Federer. “I’m really looking forward to returning to such a meaningful place, this time as a fan, and experiencing the incredible Laver Cup atmosphere once again.”

Named in honor of Australian tennis legend Rod Laver, the Laver Cup pits six of the best
men’s players from Europe against six of their counterparts from the rest of the World over
three days of intense team competition. The event is played on a dramatic black court that will be constructed within The O2.

Since its debut in Prague in 2017, the Laver Cup has been staged in Chicago (2018), Geneva (2019), Boston (2021), London (2022), Vancouver (2023), Berlin (2024) and this year will be held at Chase Center in San Francisco from September 19-21. Team Europe lead the head-to-head 5-2 and the London 2026 edition will mark the fifth time Europe has held the ‘home advantage’.

“The O2 is a spectacular venue that combines cutting-edge technology, world-class amenities, and an atmosphere that elevates every match,” said Laver Cup CEO Steve Zacks. “It’s the perfect stage for the drama, intensity and camaraderie that define Laver Cup. London also serves as an ideal hub to welcome fans from across Europe and around the world who want to experience this unique event live. We look forward to delivering another incredible experience for fans, players, partners and the global tennis community.”

As the owner and operator of The O2, AEG is equally excited to see the Laver Cup return to London following the success of the event in 2022 and in 2024 at AEG Europe’s Uber Arena in Berlin.

“We’re delighted to host the Laver Cup once again and welcome the tennis world back to The O2,” said Alex Hill, President and CEO, AEG International.

“The Laver Cup was a huge success for us in 2022 and has become a must-see event on the global sporting calendar. Its return to London will be a celebration of everything that makes sport and this venue so special.”

With its rich sporting legacy and deep connection to tennis, London is a natural setting for the Laver Cup. British fans are renowned for their passion and the appetite for top-level tennis competition has never been stronger.

“London is now the undisputed sporting capital of the world, and I’m absolutely delighted that the Laver Cup is coming to The O2 next year,” said Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan. “This renowned tennis competition has featured many of the greats of the game and it’s an honour for London to become the first city to stage the event twice.”

“London was proud to host one of the most successful and memorable editions of the Laver Cup back in 2022 – where the great Roger Federer bought his glittering career to a close – and we look forward to staging another fantastic competition.”

Team Europe Vice Captain Tim Henman agrees. “British fans are passionate about tennis and the atmosphere at The O2 in 2022 was electric,” said the former British No.1. “I’m really looking forward to being part of the Laver Cup team for the first time this year in San Francisco and even more excited to see it return to London in 2026. It’s a city that lives and breathes sport, and I know the fans will make it another unforgettable occasion.”

Ticket information will be released later this year.

For further updates on player announcements, event updates and ticket presales, fans are encouraged to register as a ‘Laver Cup Insider’ at lavercup.com.

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Joao Fonseca, Holger Rune To Play 2025 Laver Cup In San Francisco

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Holger Rune and João Fonseca are the latest players named to compete at this year’s Laver Cup, each making their debut in the competition which will be held at Chase Center in San Francisco from September 19-21, 2025. 
 
The pair join a stellar lineup that already includes Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz for Team Europe, and Taylor Fritz, Tommy Paul and Ben Shelton for Team World.
 
Rune, currently ranked World No.10, will represent Team Europe under captain Yannick Noah. The 22-year-old Dane, has won five ATP Tour singles titles, reached three Grand Slam quarterfinals and appeared in four ATP Masters 1000 finals, most recently at Indian Wells in March. Last month he defeated teammate and World No. 3 Alcaraz to win the Barcelona Open. Rune was set to make his Laver Cup debut in Vancouver in 2023 but was forced to withdraw due to a back injury.
 
“It feels amazing to be selected to play for Team Europe in San Francisco this year,” said Rune. “I was so close to playing the Laver Cup a few years ago but unfortunately got injured and couldn’t make it. I knew that if I got the chance to play again, I would be ready and I’m really looking forward to the competition and to visiting San Francisco for the first time. It’s going to be a great atmosphere, and I know from talking to the other players that Laver Cup is one of the most enjoyable competitions of the year. I cannot wait to be part of it.”
 
Team Europe Captain Noah welcomes Rune to his team. “Holger is a fierce competitor with big-match experience and strong form this season. I know how eager he is to be part of Laver Cup, and he will be a fantastic addition to our team in San Francisco.” 
 
Eighteen-year-old Fonseca from Brazil joins Team World following a breakout season that has made him one of the most exciting young stars in the sport. The reigning Next Gen ATP Finals champion was crowned junior world No.1 in 2023 and broke into the top 100 of the PIF ATP Rankings just 16 months later. He qualified for his first Grand Slam at the Australian Open in January, stunning then world No.9 Andrey Rublev in the opening round, and in February he won his first ATP title in Buenos Aires. 
 
“I am so excited to have been selected to play for Team World at the Laver Cup,” said Fonseca. “I’ve watched the event since I was a kid and always dreamed of playing. To now be on a team with guys like Fritz, Paul and Shelton, and to be coached by Andre Agassi it’s just unbelievable! I will give it everything I’ve got.”
 
Agassi, who also makes his Laver Cup debut as Team World Captain this year, is delighted the young Brazilian will join the team.
 
“João is the kind of young talent that makes Laver Cup so special,” said Agassi. “He’s fearless, energetic, has a huge game and loves the big stage. His performance this season shows me he’s ready for this. I’m sure he will thrive in the team environment and I’m really looking forward to working with him and getting to know him better.” 
Now in its eighth edition, the Laver Cup pits six of the best men’s tennis players from Europe against six of their counterparts from the rest of the World in a thrilling three-day competition.

The three highest ranked players from Europe and the World, based on their ATP singles ranking as of the Monday following Roland-Garros, receive an automatic invitation to play the Laver Cup. If any one of these players chooses not to participate, the offer is made to another high ranked player. The remaining three places on each team will be ‘Captain’s Picks’ and can be announced any time before the start of the US Open. By naming Rune and Fonseca to their teams right now, Noah and Agassi are committing to use a Captain’s Pick on them if they do not qualify based on ranking.

Laver Cup will visit San Francisco for the first time this year, bringing top-level men’s pro tennis back to the Bay Area for the first time in over a decade. Chase Center, home of the seven-time NBA Champion Golden State Warriors and WNBA’s Golden State Valkyries, will host tennis for the first time.

A limited number of Full Tournament and Multi-Session Ticket Packages are still available via Ticketmaster, the official ticketing partner of Chase Center. Single-Session Tickets go on sale this Friday, May 16, at 10:00AM (PT).

For further updates on player announcements, event updates and ticket presales, fans are encouraged to register as a ‘Laver Cup Insider’ at lavercup.com.

Tim Henman Named Laver Cup European Vice Captain

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Former British No.1 and six-time Grand Slam semi-finalist Tim Henman has been named Team Europe Vice Captain for the Laver Cup starting with the 2025 edition being held at the iconic Chase Center in San Francisco from September 19-21.
 
Henman, one of Britain’s most accomplished tennis players, enjoyed a stellar career marked by 15 ATP titles and a career-high ranking of World No.4. Known for his serve-and-volley style and remarkable consistency on the grass courts of Wimbledon, Henman remains one of the most respected figures in the sport. Since retiring, he has become a prominent commentator and analyst, providing expert insight into the sport he loves.
 
Invited by Team Europe Captain Yannick Noah, Henman will take over from Sweden’s Thomas Enqvist who has been Vice Captain of Team Europe since the inaugural Laver Cup in Prague in 2017. 
 
“I’m absolutely thrilled to be joining Team Europe as Vice Captain,” said Henman. “Having watched the Laver Cup as a pundit and seeing first-hand the intensity, the quality of tennis and the passion and interaction between the players on the bench, I know how special this event is.”
 
“Being invited by Yannick to be part of the Laver Cup is a great honour and I’m really looking forward to working alongside him and the team to continue Europe’s winning tradition.”
 
Noah, who will make his Laver Cup debut as Captain this year is delighted Henman accepted the role. 
 
“Tim brings with him a wealth of experience and passion for the game, and his insights will be invaluable to our team,” said Noah. “He has always been a fierce competitor and a great leader on and off the court. I’m delighted to have him by my side as we aim to defend our title in San Francisco this September.”
 
Laver Cup 2025 marks a changing of the guard for both teams’ leadership with Noah and Henman up against eight-time Grand Slam Champion Andre Agassi and his recently named Team World Vice Captain, Australian Pat Rafter.
 
“We are thrilled Tim is joining Team Europe. He’s loved by fans and players around the world and brings incredible knowledge of the sport which will be invaluable in this role as Vice Captain,” said Laver Cup Chairman and TEAM8 CEO Tony Godsick, 
 
“I’m delighted that our vision of bringing together champions across the generations is set to continue as we head into this exciting new chapter of Laver Cup history.” 
 
Named in honor of Australian tennis legend Rod Laver, the Laver Cup pits six of the best men’s players from Europe against six of their counterparts from the rest of the World over three days of intense team competition. 
World No.2 Alexander Zverev and World No. 3  Carlos Alcaraz have been confirmed for Team Europe in San Francisco, whilst World No.4 Taylor Fritz and World No.14 Ben Shelton will represent Team World. Further players will be announced in due course.

Anticipation for the Laver Cup in San Francisco is at an all-time high, with hospitality packages already sold out and an overwhelming demand for tickets since Full Tournament Ticket Packages, providing the same seat for all five sessions, went on sale in mid-February. Multi-Session Ticket Packages, providing the same seat for select sessions of the tournament, go on sale Friday, April 4 at 10:00AM (PT) with Single-Session Tickets, providing a seat for one specific session of the tournament, available from Friday, May 16 at 10:00AM (PT).

Tickets will be sold via Ticketmaster, the official ticketing partner of Chase Center.

For further updates on player announcements, event updates and ticket presales, fans are encouraged to register as a ‘Laver Cup Insider’ at lavercup.com

Tim Henman of Great Britain, in action, defeating, Spain’s Carlos Moya, 6-3, 1-6, 5-7, 6-2, 13-11, in the first round of the Wimbledon Championships, London, Engleand

Look Ahead To A New Look 2025 Laver Cup In San Francisco

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The 2025 Laver Cup is set to return with a fresh twist, as two tennis icons, Andre Agassi and Yannick Noah, step into new roles as captains, reigniting one of the sport’s greatest team rivalries. Held in the vibrant city of San Francisco from September 19-21, the tournament will once again pit Team World against Team Europe, but this time with a different energy, leadership, and stakes.

Team World, now led by American legend Andre Agassi, is brimming with confidence after a historic win in 2023 under former captain John McEnroe. Agassi, a fierce competitor in his playing days, brings a different style of leadership—strategic and cerebral, with an emphasis on grit and resilience. His presence has invigorated a squad that includes the hard-hitting Félix Auger-Aliassime, the explosive Ben Shelton, and veteran mainstay Frances Tiafoe. For Agassi, this isn’t just about keeping the momentum going from Team World’s breakthrough; it’s about defining an era of dominance.

On the other side, Team Europe, with Yannick Noah as captain, is on a mission to once again claim the title they have had a stead hold on, including their victory in 2024 in Berlin. Known for his passion, charisma, and ability to inspire, Noah is expected to bring a more emotional and dynamic approach to Team Europe’s strategy. Leading the charge on court will be Carlos Alcaraz, Spain’s rising star who has become the face of a new generation. Alongside him, Danish prodigy Holger Rune and the experienced Stefanos Tsitsipas will form the backbone of a team eager to restore European supremacy.

The atmosphere in San Francisco will be electric. Fans at the Chase Center will witness a unique blend of tactical finesse and raw athleticism, as the Laver Cup’s fast-paced format of singles and doubles matches heightens the tension. Agassi and Noah, both known for their emotional intensity on court, will have to balance the technical demands of the game with keeping their players motivated and calm under pressure.

The city’s Bay Area backdrop, renowned for its cultural diversity and love of sports, is a fitting stage for this clash of continents. For Team World, this is home turf, and the crowd will be a crucial factor in their quest to make it back-to-back wins. But Team Europe will not be easily rattled. With a storied history of dominance and a roster packed with top-ranked players, they have both pride and skill to lean on.

In the end, the 2025 Laver Cup is shaping up to be more than just a battle between two teams. It’s a collision of legacies, styles, and ambitions, where Agassi and Noah’s legendary tennis minds will face off in a chess match of strategy, with the sport’s brightest talents ready to follow their lead.

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Team World Finally Wins Laver Cup

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Team World rallied to beat Team Europe 13-8 to win the Laver Cup for the first time after five attempts at the 02 Arena in London.

Team World trailed behind 8-4 after the first two days, but won three matches in a row in the last competition day on Sunday to dramatically win the wildly popular team event.

The Laver Cup, held from September 23 to 25, is a men’s tennis tournament played between players from Europe and players from the rest of the world. Each win secures one point on the opening day, two points on day two, and three points on the final matchday. The event was created by Roger Federer and his agent Tony Godsick.

On the final day, Felix Auger Aliassime of Canada paired up with America’s Jack Sock to defeat Italy’s Matteo Berrettini and British veteran Andy Murray 2-6, 6-3 and 10-8 in the doubles match. The 22-year-old then kept his momentum in the singles match, outplaying 21-time major champion Novak Djokovic of Serbia 6-3, 7-6 (3).

Djokovic, 35, admitted that a problem with his right wrist had affected him during the match, but insisted that Aliassime deserved the win with his outstanding performance.

America’s Frances Tiafoe eventually sealed the overall victory for Team World as the 24-year-old came from behind to beat Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece 1-6, 7-6(11), 10-8.

Tiafoe, teaming up with Sock, defeated Federer and Rafael Nadal in the doubles match last Friday, and joked that he would not apologize to the Swiss legend as the 20-time Grand Slam winner not only ended his professional tour journey with a loss, but had no chance to lift the Laver Cup with Team Europe.

“He has got a lot to apologize for the last 24 years after beating everybody on the tour,” quipped Tiafoe.

Federer, 41, announced his retirement last week and decided to play his last pro match together with long-time rival and friend Nadal at the Laver Cup.

“Being on court on Friday and having such a huge moment in my career, being surrounded by my biggest rivals like Novak and Andy and Rafa was truly unique, and I can never thank them enough for being there and staying there and going through it with me,” said Federer.

Federer has promised he will be on site at the 2023 Laver Cup in Vancouver, Canada to cheer for both teams as a fan.  ■

Team World wins 2022 Laver Cup