By Canadian Press

Montreal’s IGA Stadium to host Davis Cup qualifier between Canada and Hungary

Dec 16, 2024 | 8:58 AM

MONTREAL — Montreal will serve as host when Canada plays Hungary in the first round of Davis Cup qualifiers next year.

Tennis Canada says the two-day tie will begin Feb. 1 at IGA Stadium.

The winning team will advance to the second round of qualifiers in September for a berth in the tournament quarterfinals.

The losing team will be relegated to the World Group 1 level.

Canada has made back-to-back quarterfinal exits since winning the Davis Cup for the first time in 2022.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 16, 2024.

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