Billie Jean King’s Legacy Shines as Coco Gauff Leads U.S. Team in Cup Tie

The Billie Jean King Cup, the premier international women’s team competition named after the pioneering champion, will return to Delray Beach for a high‑stakes playoff tie against Hungary on Nov. 21‑22. Two‑time Grand Slam champion Coco Gauff, currently ranked world No. 4, will anchor the U.S. side on her hometown courts. The event, staged at the Delray Beach Tennis Center, marks a homecoming for Gauff and a celebration of King’s lasting influence on the sport. While the focus is on Gauff’s leadership, the Cup’s title serves as a reminder of King’s advocacy for gender equality and her role in establishing a global platform for women’s tennis. Fans can expect a competitive showdown as the United States seeks to secure its place in the next round, with the added significance of playing under the banner of one of tennis’s most iconic figures.