The World Group was the highest level of Fed Cup competition in 1996. Eight nations competed in a three-round knockout competition. Spain was the three-time defending champion, but they were defeated in the final by the finalist from the last two years, the United States, who captured their fifteenth title.
Participating teams Participating teams
Draw
First round Spain vs. South Africa
Argentina vs. France
Germany vs. Japan
Austria vs. United States
Semifinals Spain vs. France
Japan vs. United States
Final Spain vs. United States
References
See also Fed Cup structure