CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Switzerland successfully defended their title, beating Germany in a repeat of the previous year’s final. This was Federer’s 3rd Hopman Cup title, the most by any player, male or female.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Hopman Cup was named after renowned Australian Davis Cup captain, Harry Hopman who, in addition to a hugely successful playing career that saw him reach 3 Australian Open singles finals and win 7 Grand Slam titles across men’s and mixed doubles, led the Australian team to a record 16 titles between 1939 and 1967.

Detailed explanation-3: -Last played in 2019, the Hopman Cup has enjoyed an illustrious history as a unique fixture on the annual tennis calendar.

Detailed explanation-4: -History of the Hopman Cup The Hopman Cup Championship is held in the name of Harry Hopman, who was the coach of the Australian David Cup team, which won 15 Davis Cup titles between 1938 and 1969.

Detailed explanation-5: -The mixed-gender team event, which previously took place in Perth at the start of the Australian summer, was axed in 2019 - much to the displeasure of fans. It has since been replaced by the short-lived ATP Cup, and now the United Cup which will take place for the first time in 2023.