Italy wrote another golden chapter in their tennis history on Sunday, securing their third consecutive Davis Cup crown after a dramatic 2–0 victory over Spain in Bologna.
Flavio Cobolli produced a sensational comeback to seal the title, fighting from a set and a break down to defeat Jaume Munar 1-6, 7-6 (7-5), 7-5 in front of an electrifying home crowd.
The triumph came just days after Cobolli’s extraordinary 32-point tie-break heroics in the semi-final win over Belgium.
His latest effort, filled with resolve and emotion, delivered the decisive point after Matteo Berrettini earlier set the tone with a composed 6-3, 6-4 victory over Pablo Carreno Busta.
For Cobolli, this moment was deeply personal. The 23-year-old credited the unwavering support from the Italian bench—led by friend and mentor Berrettini—as the spark that pushed him through the tense final set.
“It’s impossible to describe this feeling,” Cobolli said afterward. “I looked at my bench and found something in my heart. The only thing I know is that I am a world champion.”
Italy’s achievement is historic. The nation becomes the first to win three straight Davis Cup titles since the format changed over half a century ago. Remarkably, both finalists reached the showdown without key players:
Spain missed world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz, while Italy were without Jannik Sinner and Lorenzo Musetti. But Cobolli and Berrettini rose to the challenge, winning all six of their singles matches in the tournament.
Berrettini, whose bond with Cobolli dates back to their childhood, played a pivotal role both on and off the court.
The former world No. 6, who first met Cobolli as a young prodigy coached by his father Stefano, said it was “surreal” to now share the stage as champions.
Their partnership carried Italy through the decisive stages, with Cobolli drawing strength from both the crowd and the “brotherhood” within the team.
The 10,000-strong Bologna crowd erupted as he served out the final game to love, sealing another unforgettable chapter for the Azzurri.
“It’s the best day of my life,” Cobolli added. “Our fans, our team—this is for all of us.”
With their fourth Davis Cup title overall, Italy continue to assert their dominance on the world stage, powered by unity, resilience, and the enduring bond between two players whose careers have grown side by side.
