After Two Heartbreaking Losses, Poland Back in United Cup Final: Hurkacz & Swiatek Aim to Turn Frustration into Triumph
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After dominating the United States, Poland is hours away from a historic moment at the United Cup 2026: winning the trophy after two consecutive runner-up finishes in 2024 and 2025.
But facing Wawrinka and Bencic’s Switzerland, the path to the title looks challenging.
Breaking the Final Curse
Reaching three straight finals is always an achievement. But for this Polish generation, it’s no longer enough.
“Everything feels special as a team, we’re back in the final. The run has been very long, with lots of emotions in every match, even mixed doubles,” confides Hurkacz.
“One-sided matches no longer exist,” adds Swiatek.
“Hopefully this is the last one,” concludes Zielinski, the doubles hero this week.
Statements that perfectly sum up the situation: Poland knows it has come too far to settle for another podium.
The final takes place Sunday, January 11 (starting at 7:30 a.m. French time).