USA to Host Billie Jean King Cup in Delray Beach
The USA team will face Hungary at the Delray Beach Tennis Center on Nov. 21-22 for a 2027 tournament spot.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Tennis
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The USTA announced the USA team roster for the Billie Jean King Cup qualifier scheduled for Nov. 21-22 in Delray Beach. The squad aims to secure a position in the 2027 tournament after failing to qualify for the 2026 final.
Why it matters
Following a failure to reach the 2026 final, the USA must win this best-of-five tie to remain in contention for the next tournament cycle. Success at the Delray Beach Tennis Center is required to advance into the 2027 bracket.
The USA roster features doubles specialists ranked No. 2 and No. 9 globally, alongside the 2025 Australian Open champion. Tickets are priced at $35 for single-day entry or $50 for a full weekend package.
The players
Coco Gauff
She is a professional tennis player representing the United States on the national team.
Madison Keys
She is a professional tennis player who enters this qualifier as the 2025 Australian Open champion.
Taylor Townsend
She is a professional tennis player currently ranked No. 2 in the world for doubles.
Nicole Milichar Martinez
She is a professional tennis player currently ranked No. 9 in the world for doubles.
Ann Li
She is a professional tennis player currently ranked No. 25 in the world in singles.
The details
The American lineup includes Coco Gauff, Madison Keys, Ann Li, Taylor Townsend, and Nicole Milichar Martinez. They will compete against a Hungarian team consisting of Ana Bondar, Dalma Galfi, Amarissa Toth, Fanny Stollar, and Adrienn Nagy.
Timeline
The USA failed to qualify for the 2026 final in September 2026.
The USA vs Hungary qualifier takes place on November 21-22, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This qualifier represents a critical juncture for the USA team as they attempt to rejoin the top tier of international competition following their absence from the 2026 final. Failure to win this tie would result in a prolonged exclusion from the main tournament bracket.
Local spectators can attend the matches with single-day tickets available for $35 or full weekend packages for $50. The best-of-five match format will determine the final roster composition for the 2027 tournament cycle.
The takeaway
The upcoming qualifier in Delray Beach is a high-stakes test for the American squad as they look to regain their momentum. Fans should secure their tickets early to ensure access to both days of competition at the tennis center.
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