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As Team World’s champagne-soaked locker room gets scrubbed clean after Laver Cup San Francisco 2025, the focus now shifts to London 2026, set for September 25-27 at The O2 Arena. “We are thrilled to be bringing the Laver Cup back to London, one of the world’s great sporting cities,” said chairman Tony Godsick. Yet, San Francisco still lingers in memory, with Taylor Fritz’s heroic final match sealing Team World’s third title, despite one insider admitting a major dislike by tournament’s end.

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In a recent episode of Nothing Major Podcast, Sam Querrey reflected on his experience at the Laver Cup in San Francisco, where he was present courtside at the Chase Center. Querrey pointed out one surprising detail, which left him shocked, and reminded him of Berlin last year. “But my only little if I had to like pick something apart is I don’t know if they have to change this, but toward the end, like a lot of fans had left and I had they had this problem in Berlin last year,” he admitted.

He later elaborated on the challenge, offering a glimpse into the marathon nature of Laver Cup Sundays. “Because, like, the matches started at noon on Sunday, and by the time you get to that Fritz-Zverev like kind of last tiebreaker, it’s 8:30 p.m. So people have been there for 8 and ½ hours. So you do lose some fans. And again, same thing in Berlin last year. But the people that stayed, it was loud,” Querrey added, praising the energy of those who stuck around.

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This edition of the Laver Cup marked the first time the event came down to the West Coast. It brought world-class men’s tennis back to San Francisco for the first time in over a decade. The weekend delivered drama, intensity, and a champagne-soaked finish as Team World rose to the occasion once again.

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Inspired by Andre Agassi’s livewire courtside presence, Taylor Fritz became the night’s undeniable hero. With Team World leading 12-9, he faced off against world number three Alexander Zverev in the penultimate match. Fritz held his nerve under immense pressure, sealing a 6-3, 7-6 (7-4) victory and delivering Team World a 15-9 triumph over Team Europe. With three points on the line, Zverev had a chance to level the score, but Fritz stood tall and shut the door.

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Celebration followed instantly, with Fritz promising, “We’re going to have a fun night. We’re definitely popping champagne in the locker room in a few minutes.” His performance was a continuation of a stellar weekend where he also took down world number one Carlos Alcaraz, building a 9-3 lead for Team World heading into the final day. 

As the dust settles, all eyes remain on Fritz, whose heroic effort defined the 2025 Laver Cup and left fans already anticipating the next chapter in London.

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Taylor Fritz poised to end America’s 22-year disappointment

The 2025 season is winding down, but Taylor Fritz is already firing up a fresh motivation plan. The American No.1, ranked fifth in the world, has had a thrilling yet challenging year. He reached the later rounds of multiple Grand Slams, raising hope that an American might finally lift a major since Andy Roddick’s 2003 US Open. Fritz has come close, especially last year in New York, but the elusive Grand Slam victory remains just out of reach.

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Speaking to Olympics.com, Fritz made his ambitions clear. “For me the first goal and the main goal is to win a Grand Slam and I think if I am able to win a Grand Slam, then that’s maybe something I can think about afterwards, is trying to become the World No.1,” he said. One major, he believes, unlocks everything else. Looking ahead, Fritz faces Sebastian Korda in Japan for a semifinal spot. Each match now is crucial, shaping his momentum for the ATP Finals and early 2026. Every victory counts as he eyes the Australian Open and a chance to cement himself among the elite.

With his blend of power, resilience, and growing experience, Fritz has the tools to seize this moment. Can he finally end America’s Grand Slam drought and carve his name in tennis history? The stage is set for Taylor Fritz to chase glory down under.

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