FRIBOURG, Switzerland (AP)—Roger Federer hopes to recapture the emotion of Switzerland’s 2001 Davis Cup victory against the United States when they meet again in the first round this weekend.

The Davis Cup is probably the best known and most prestigious annual trophy in sports. It has legend, mystique, epic and a history of champions that surpasses that of all four Grand Slams combined.

Great Britain will face Poland in a Davis Cup play-off as Leon Smith’s side aim to avoid relegation from the top tier of the competition. An underpowered GB side, missing British No 1 Jack ...

FRIBOURG, Switzerland (AP) Roger Federer hopes to recapture the emotion of Switzerland's 2001 Davis Cup victory against the United States when they meet again in the first round this weekend.