ReutersNaomi Osaka’s return to Japan’s Fed Cup team after a year’s absence on Friday turned sour as the world No. 78 who claimed only a second Fed Cup singles win. Canada were also unable to call upon US Open champion Bianca Andreescu for Friday’s singles. Later the US, who have won a record 18 Fed Cup titles, attempt to book their place in Budapest, as they begin their tie against Latvia. Newly crowned Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin leads the team, with Serena Williams relegated to second singles spot.

Source: Taipei Times February 08, 2020 15:56 UTC