Team World reclaimed the Laver Cup in emphatic fashion on Sunday night, with Taylor Fritz delivering the decisive blow in front of a roaring crowd at the Chase Center. His 6-3, 7-6(4) victory over Alexander Zverev sealed a 15-9 win over Team Europe, handing new captain Andre Agassi a dream debut.
It marks Team World’s third Laver Cup title in four years and a continuation of their rising dominance in the eight-year-old competition. For Europe, captained by Yannick Noah, the loss was a bitter one, especially after entering Saturday with a 3-1 lead- only to be swept clean by an inspired Team World.
Taylor Fritz Seals The Deal
Fritz, a California native, thrived in the high-stakes moment, backing up his stunning Saturday win over Carlos Alcaraz with a steely performance against Zverev. His two wins against Top 3 players delivered five crucial points, making him the standout player of the weekend.
“We’re definitely popping champagne in the locker room in a few minutes,” Fritz said with a grin.
“Seeing Andre jumping out of his seat cheering for me-it’s impossible not to give it everything you have. These moments hit different when you’re doing it for your team.”
Aggressive from the baseline and almost perfect at net- winning 23 of 26 approaches-Fritz showcased his ability to thrive in team environments, where emotions run high and every point feels like a battle.
The Turning Point
While Sunday’s split of two matches each kept things tense, it was Saturday’s 4-0 sweep by Team World that turned the tide. With every Saturday match worth two points, Team World surged from a 1-3 deficit to a commanding 9-3 lead.
That momentum proved insurmountable. Even with Carlos Alcaraz’s double effort-a commanding singles win over Francisco Cerundolo and a doubles victory with Casper Ruud-Europe could only claw back to 12-9 before Fritz slammed the door shut.
De Minaur Shines, Alcaraz Fights
Alex de Minaur played a pivotal role, racking up seven points over the weekend. After partnering with Alex Michelsen for a doubles win on Saturday, the Aussie returned on Sunday to defeat rising Czech Jakub Mensik 6-3, 6-4, bringing Team World within one win of the title.
On the European side, Carlos Alcaraz showed heart and brilliance despite his earlier loss to Fritz. The Spanish star was electric in a 6-2, 6-1 rout of Cerundolo, showing why he’s world No. 1 with creative shot-making and relentless aggression.
“Sometimes a lot of ideas come to my mind,” Alcaraz said. “I just enjoy making the choices.”
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Captain’s Corner
Team World’s win also marked a special moment for Andre Agassi, who took over as captain from John McEnroe. The American legend brought an infectious energy to the sidelines, drawing admiration from players and fans alike.
“I’m just grateful to be a part of this,” Agassi said. “These guys made it easy to lead.”
For Team Europe, Noah was philosophical in defeat.
“We lost to a better team,” said the former French Open champion. “But it was a beautiful week. I look forward to next year and have one year to become a better captain.”
What’s next: London 2026
With the score now 3-5 in favor of Europe in the all-time Laver Cup standings, momentum is firmly with Team World. But Europe will have the chance to regroup on home soil in London in 2026, where the O2 Arena will host the next edition.
After another electric year of drama, teamwork, and elite tennis, the Laver Cup has once again proven why it’s one of the most compelling events on the tennis calendar.
