Zverev prevailed against Brazilian number one Thiago Monteiro 6: 1, 7: 5. Kevin Krawietz and Tim Pütz had previously put Captain Michael Kohlmann’s team back in the lead at the start of the second day of competition. “After our failure in the semi-finals last year, it was clear to us that we really wanted to get through to the group stage”said captain Michael Kohlmann, who was extremely satisfied with his team, “Now we can wait and see how the draw will be and where the group stage will take place.” it exists “a small chance” to a home game in Germany. “That would be a big deal for all of us”said Kohlman. Zverev said: “The first week on clay is never easy”said Zverev, “My level has increased a lot from yesterday to today.”
After a hard piece of work, the doubles team won 4: 6, 7: 6 (7: 4), 6: 4 against Felipe Meligeni Alves/Bruno Soares. Krawietz (eight wins) and Pütz (nine wins) are each undefeated in the Davis Cup. “It was a very difficult match away in Brazil. Of course, when it’s 1-1, the doubles is very important”said Krawietz after the victory, “we stayed calm and survived the critical moments well.”