Pennant Fed Cup, 2014, CZE v. Germany, large

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Condition: as found, very good

Size: height 23 cm

Fed Cup: history and significance of the tennis competition

The Fed Cup, formerly known as the Federation Cup, is the premier international team competition in women’s tennis. Founded in 1963 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the International Tennis Federation, it quickly gained prestige and became one of the key events of the women’s tennis calendar.

History: The first edition was held in London with 16 national teams. From the start, the competition was marked by strong national pride and fierce rivalry. Over the years the number of participants grew considerably, which led to changes in the tournament format.

Format: The original format was a simple knockout, but as the number of teams grew, it had to be adjusted. Today teams are divided into World Groups and regional zones, which determine which teams advance to the higher rounds.