The 1961 Davis Cup was the 50th edition of the Davis Cup, the most important tournament between national teams in men's tennis. 28 teams entered the Europe Zone, 7 teams entered the Americas Zone, and 7 teams entered the Eastern Zone. Ecuador, Indonesia and Morocco made their first appearances in the tournament.
The United States defeated Mexico in the America Zone final, India defeated Japan in the Eastern Zone final, and Italy defeated Sweden in the Europe Zone final. In the Inter-Zonal Zone, the United States defeated India in the semifinal, and then Italy defeated the United States in the final. In the Challenge Round Italy were defeated by the defending champions Australia. The final was played at Kooyong Stadium in Melbourne, Australia on 26–28 December.
America Zone
Draw
Final United States vs. Mexico
Eastern Zone
Draw
Final India vs. Japan
Europe Zone
Draw
Final Italy vs. Sweden
Inter-Zonal Zone Draw
Semifinals India vs. United States
Final Italy vs. United States
Challenge Round Australia vs. Italy
References
External links Davis Cup Official Website