Canada to face Kazakhstan in the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup Qualifiers
Team Canada has been designated to play Kazakhstan, set to take place on April 10 and 11, 2026.
A Steady Rise for Team Canada at the Billie Jean King Cup
Team Canada proudly competes in the Billie Jean King Cup, the ultimate international team event in women's tennis. A historic first title in 2023 has established Canada as a force amongst the world's best. Led by established stalwarts, players on the rise, and a committed supported staff, our Canadian squad continues to inspire fans with their determination, skill, and passion for the sport. Join us along their journey as they strive to reach even greater heights.
Not to be outdone
One year after Canada's Davis Cup team was crowned champion, the Canadian Billie Jean King Cup team followed suit following a 2-0 win over Italy in the 2023 final. Canada became just the 13th nation to win this prestigious event.
Unbeaten Fernandez
Leylah Annie Fernandez was flawless throughout Canada's 2023 run, finishing with a perfect 8-0 overall record during the Qualifiers and Finals. She played a critical role in her country's victories against powerhouses like Czechia and Italy.
No. 1 ranking
Following their 2023 triumph, Canada climbed to the top of the Billie Jean King Cup Nations Rankings for the first time, moving from no. 6 before the Finals to claim the No. 1 spot.
Another landmark moments for women's sports
As part of the ITF's "Advantage All" gender-equality initiative, Canada received a record $2.4 million in prize money for being crowned 2023 champions.
UPCOMING TIES
Canada to face Kazakhstan in the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup Qualifiers
The draw for the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup by Gainbridge Qualifiers has designated Team Canada to play Kazakhstan at the National Tennis Center (Beeline Arena) in Astana, set to take place on April 10 and 11, 2026. The choice of playing surface and will be confirmed by the Kazakhstan Tennis Federation in due course.
Team Canada will participate in the Qualifiers after finishing atop its group in the 2025 Play-offs, defeating Denmark and host nation Mexico.
Italy (1) (c)** v Japan |
(c) = choice of ground; ** = choice of ground as 2025 champions |
|---|---|
Belgium (c) v USA (2) |
(c) = choice of ground |
Australia (c)* v Great Britain (3) |
(c) = choice of ground; * = choice of ground decided by lot |
Kazakhstan (c) v CANADA (4) |
(c) = choice of ground |
Slovenia (c)* v Spain (5) |
(c) = choice of ground; * = choice of ground decided by lot |
Switzerland (c) v Czechia (6) |
(c) = choice of ground |
Ukraine (c) v Poland (7) |
(c) = choice of ground |
BJKC HISTORY
DID YOU KNOW?
Aleksandra Wozniak holds the Canadian Billie Jean King Cup records for most total wins (40), most singles wins (32), and most ties played (36).
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1963
Canada made its maiden Billie Jean King Cup - formerly known as Federation Cup (1963-1995) and Fed Cup (1995-2020) - appearance during the event's inaugural year.
1988
Led by Rene Collins, Jill Hetherington, and Helen Kelesi, Canada reached its first semi-final.
2014
From 2013 to 2014, Canada won all seven of its ties and qualified for the World Group for the first time since 1994.
2023
Led by their captain Heidi El Tabakh, Leylah Annie Fernandez, Rebecca Marino, Gabriela Dabrowski, Marina Stakusic and Eugenie Bouchard bring home Canada's first Billie Jean King Cup title, cementing the country's status as an elite tennis nation in the process.
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