2026 Billie Jean King Cup Finals Draw, Schedule, Dates, Teams, How to Watch

The eight teams that will contest the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup by Gainbridge Finals have been confirmed following the Qualifiers in April. Attention now turns to Shenzhen, China, where the World Cup of Tennis will be decided in September.

A record 148 nations entered this year’s competition. Six teams are returning immediately from the 2025 Finals, including holders Italy, while former champions Czechia and Belgium make their way back to the biggest stage.

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When is the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup Finals?

The Finals will take place from 22 to 27 September 2026.

The championship match is scheduled for Sunday 27 September.

Where is the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup Finals?

The event will be held at the Shenzhen Bay Sports Centre Arena in Shenzhen, China. This is the second consecutive year the Finals are staged at this venue.

How to Watch the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup Finals?

Coverage will be available worldwide through a range of broadcasters. Livestreams are also available on billiejeankingcup.com and the World Cup of Tennis app in territories without geo-restrictions.Selected broadcasters include:

USA: Tennis Channel

UK: Tennis Channel

Australia: Nine & beIN

Italy: SuperTennis

Spain: TVE & Tennis Channel

Canada: TVA & CBC

Many other territories across Europe, Asia, the Americas and the Middle East via local partners (including beIN, ESPN, Viaplay and free-to-air options in several countries)

2026 Billie Jean King Cup Finals Draw

Quarter-final matchups:

Italy vs China (rematch of last year’s quarter-final)

Ukraine vs Belgium

Kazakhstan vs Spain

Czechia vs Great Britain

Billie Jean King Cup 2026 Finals Schedule

Tuesday 22 September: Czechia vs Great Britain

Wednesday 23 September: Spain vs Kazakhstan

Thursday 24 September: Day session: Ukraine vs Belgium

Evening session: China vs Italy

Semi-finals and the final will follow later in the week, with the championship match scheduled for Sunday 27 September.

Which Teams Have Qualified for the 2026 Finals?

The eight qualified teams are:

Italy (defending champions, two-time consecutive winners)

China (hosts – automatic qualification)

Ukraine

Great Britain

Spain

Kazakhstan

Czechia

Belgium

Italy remain the clear favourites after winning the last two Finals.

Czechia return after an epic 3-2 win over Switzerland, while Belgium caused one of the biggest upsets by eliminating record winners USA.

Notable absentees include 18-time winners USA and seven-time champions Australia.

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