Málaga (Spain). Jan-Lennard Struff and Daniel Altmaier won their matches as Germany defeated Canada 2-0 to reach the Davis Cup semi-finals on Wednesday. Germany made it to the quarter-finals for the first time since 2019 and defeated Canada easily. Altmaier overcame an early jitters to beat Gabriel Diallo in straight sets 7-6(5) 6-4, before Struff somehow won a thrilling match against Denis Shapovalov 4-6 7-5 7-6(5 ) won by. “Today I think both players deserved to win,” Struff said. “But I’m happy to get the win in the end.
Dennis was playing brilliantly, he served brilliantly throughout the match. It was difficult to come back. Even in the tiebreak, he hit some winners. It was a very close match.” The victory set the stage for a semi-final clash between Germany and the Netherlands, when the Dutch defeated Spain to end Rafael Nadal’s tennis career on Tuesday night. Struff was excited to play against old sporting rivals. “It would be amazing,” he said. “For us to go from the quarter-finals to the semi-finals is a big step. We want to win and go to the final now.” The German star said: “The Netherlands played a great match. We are expecting a tough match. We know there is a bit of a rivalry between the Germans and the Dutch and the Dutch have amazing fans, so I am looking forward to it. “
Shapovalov will regret missed chances against an opponent who also defeated him in a third-set tiebreak at this event in 2022. The Canadian player remained unbeaten at times, hitting 27 aces and 24 winners. But he also missed 13 free points with a double fault, including the gift of handing the match to his opponent. Earlier, in the opening match, both the players looked apprehensive during the first set. Altmaier let go of a 5–0 lead in the tiebreak and then won 7–5. The second set was better and this was possible only when the German player came back from 15-40 down and broke the Canadian player’s serve in the tenth game and won the match.
**Considering the recent upset against Spain and Nadal’s retirement, how does this impact the Netherlands’ momentum and confidence heading into the semi-final clash against Germany?**
## World Today News Interview: Germany’s Davis Cup Triumph
**Introduction:**
Welcome back to World Today News! Tonight we’re discussing Germany’s thrilling victory over Canada in the Davis Cup quarterfinals, propelling them into the semi-finals against the Netherlands. Joining us are two esteemed tennis analysts, [Guest 1 Name] and [Guest 2 Name], to break down the key moments of the match and anticipate the exciting clash to come.
**Section 1: Germany’s Dominant Performance**
* **Host:** Germany demonstrated impressive dominance against Canada, securing a 2-0 victory. [Guest 1 Name], what factors contributed to this decisive win? Was it a case of superior individual skills, tactical brilliance, or a combination of both? *
* **Host:** [Guest 2 Name], Altmaier and Struff both displayed remarkable resilience, especially Struff in his tightly contested match against Shapovalov. What aspects of their gameplay stood out to you as particularly impressive?
**Section 2: Shapovalov’s Missed Opportunities**
* **Host:** While Shapovalov showcased powerful serves and impressive winners, he also struggled with unforced errors, including crucial double faults. [Guest 1 Name], do you think these missed opportunities will haunt him, especially given his previous loss to Struff in 2022?
* **Host:** [Guest 2 Name], despite the disappointing loss, what positives can Canada take away from Shapovalov’s performance? What areas do you think he needs to focus on going forward?
**Section 3: The Netherlands Showdown**
* **Host:** Germany’s upcoming semi-final clash against the Netherlands is generating significant buzz, particularly after the Dutch team’s stunning upset against Spain and Rafael Nadal’s retirement. [Guest 1 Name], how do you see this rivalry playing out? What are the key strengths and weaknesses of each team?
* **Host:** [Guest 2 Name], Germany has not reached the Davis Cup semi-finals since 2019. Do you think they have what it takes to go all the way this year? What will be the deciding factor in their quest for the championship?
**Conclusion:**
Thank you so much to our guests, [Guest 1 Name] and [Guest 2 Name], for sharing their valuable insights.
Stay tuned to World Today News for all the latest updates on the Davis Cup as Germany prepares for their monumental clash against the Netherlands!
