Slovenia beat Romania in delayed BJK Cup qualifier

Slovenia beat Romania in delayed BJK Cup qualifier

Slovenia pulled off a outstanding comeback to beat Romania and attain the Billie Jean King Cup finals in a qualifying tie that was held over to Sunday due to rain.

The deciding doubles rubber in Koper on Sunday noticed residence pair Kaja Juvan and Tamara Zidansek come from a set all the way down to beat Romanian duo Irina Maria Bara and Monica Niculescu 4-6 6-2 6-4.

Slovenia joined eight different nations who certified for the 12-nation ultimate that can be contested in November.

Holders Switzerland and runners-up Australia have been exempt to the finals whereas there may even be one wild card nation.

Romania appeared in full management after profitable each of Friday’s singles rubbers, however Slovenia hit again on Saturday.

Zidansek beat Ana Bogdan 3-6 7-6(4) 7-5 and Juvan overcame Jaqueline Cristian in straight units to take it to a decider.

Rain halted Slovenia’s momentum on Saturday night however they got here again to complete the job on Sunday.

The different winners from the qualifiers have been: France, Spain, Italy, Czech Republic, Canada, United States, Kazakhstan and Germany.

Source: www.perthnow.com.au