Feliciano Lopez appointed as tournament director for Davis Cup Finals

Feliciano Lopez has been appointed as tournament director for the Davis Cup Finals, the international Tennis Federation announced on Thursday.

The Spaniard is planning to put an end to his long career and will do so by taking an honorary duty.

The group stage is in September, while the knockout phase takes place in November, as Lopez aims to secure his fifth title.

“I have some special memories of playing in this competition so I am very happy to be taking a leading role in delivering these events,” he said in the ITF announcement.

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“As tournament director, my sole focus will be to build on the recent success of the competition and make it the best it can be for players and supporters across the world.”

Lopez has won the tournament in the past with Spain – his victories coming in 2008, 2009, 2011 and 2019.