The Davis Cup is a competition that has caused many controversies and reactions. Rennae Stubbs often comments on the events on the tennis scene, and the last Davis Cup caused a lot of reactions. Italy won the third Davis Cup in a row, even without Jannik Sinner, one of the best tennis players in the world.
Despite the absence of one such star, the Italian team showed cohesion and togetherness, managing to win the third title in a row.
However, Rennae Stubbs believes that no one should point the finger at Jannik Sinner, given that he has had a long and grueling season.
"Italy wins their third Davis Cup in a row, and they did it without Jannik Sinner. Everyone was upset at him for not playing, but the guy just had a long year, he won the last tournament of the year, hes exhausted. Hes playing golf let him go to the Maldives," she said on the Rennae Stubbs Tennis Podcast.
Stubbs suggests that the Davis Cup be held every two years, given that the current system makes it difficult for famous players to perform. It is known that in the world of golf there is a similar tournament called the Ryder Cup, which is held every two years.
"It should be every two years, like the Ryder Cup. Make it special. Players are exhausted. It's November. They have to fly to Australia at the end of December no turnaround."
Rennae Stubs explains her views
Rennae Stubbs expects tennis authorities to follow suit, as it would make it easier for top players, likely create more excitement and raise the profile of tournaments like the Davis Cup.
Stubbs emphasizes that a player does not want to risk his career if he is injured or exhausted, and that sometimes even patriotism is not enough of a reason for someone to compete in this prestigious competition.
While fans often talk about exhibition tournaments as an argument against Carlos Alcaraz, Rennae Stubbs explains that exhibition tournaments do not have the same importance as regular tournaments and that such tournaments do not cause nerves, do not cause cramps in players and are unlikely to affect injuries.
