United Cup
Zverev & Lys hope to make a splash for Germany at United Cup
Germans visit Wylie’s Baths in Sydney
January 02, 2026
Andrew Eichenholz/ATP Tour
Alexander Zverev and Eva Lys are the top singles players for Germany at the 2026 United Cup.
By ATP Staff
Team Germany made a literal splash Friday in Sydney before they hope to make a figurative one at the United Cup.
The team that won the title in 2024 took a quick break before the competition to visit the famous Wylie’s Baths near Coogee Beach. The Germans — Alexander Zverev, Eva Lys, Laura Siegemund, Kevin Krawietz, Patrick Zahraj and Mina Hodzic — enjoyed their time at the tidal swimming pool, especially the team bonding.
“I’m a big fan of team events, so I’m really happy Team Germany is all together here,” Lys said. “I feel like we don’t have many times [when] ATP and also WTA can stick together, so I’m excited.”
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Zverev and Siegemund helped lead Germany to glory two years ago, defeating Poland 2-1 in an unforgettable final. Zverev and Siegemund clinched that tie in a deciding mixed doubles. That year, Angelique Kerber played singles, while this edition Lys is taking the mantle.
“Slightly different team than two years ago when we won it. But Laura is here, I’m here. We had good success in the mixed always in the past,” Zverev said. “We have a great female player in Eva this time, so it’s nice to have this big of support and hopefully we can go on and have the same success as two years ago.”
Team Germany begins its pursuit of a second United Cup trophy on Sunday during the day session in Group F against the Netherlands. Lys is scheduled to face Suzan Lamens before Zverev takes on Tallon Griekspoor.
