Bencic’s brilliance pushes Switzerland into United Cup quarterfinals for the first time
Belinda Bencic powered Switzerland past Italy in Perth to reach the United Cup quarterfinals for the first time. She defeated Jasmine Paolini in straight sets, then partnered with Jakub Pol to win the mixed doubles and clinch the tie. Earlier, Flavio Cobolli outlasted Stan Wawrinka in a lengthy clash, briefly giving Italy hope. Switzerland ends Group 3 with a flawless 2-0 record as Wawrinka faces the tail end of his illustrious career.