Lindsay Davenport Re-Ups as U.S. Billie Jean King Cup Captain Amid Resurgence of American Women’s Tennis
There’s a new wave of momentum behind American women’s tennis, and Lindsay Davenport is sticking around to lead it. The U.S.
Tennis Association announced Tuesday that Davenport has signed a two-year extension to remain captain of the U.S. Billie Jean King Cup team, a move that keeps a steady and experienced hand at the helm just as the program is gaining serious traction.
Davenport took over as captain in 2024 and wasted no time making an impact. In her first year, she guided the U.S. squad all the way to the Billie Jean King Cup final - the team’s first appearance in the championship round since 2018. While the Americans ultimately fell short against Italy, the run was a clear signal that this group is trending in the right direction.
And who better to lead the charge than Davenport? She’s no stranger to the pressure and prestige of international team tennis.
As a player, she helped the U.S. win the competition three times - in 1996, 1999, and 2000. Add in three Grand Slam singles titles, a former World No. 1 ranking, and a spot in the International Tennis Hall of Fame since 2014, and you’ve got a captain whose resume speaks for itself.
“It’s an incredible honor to serve as U.S. Billie Jean King Cup Captain, and I’m thrilled and humbled to continue doing it, especially during such an amazing time for women’s tennis in America,” Davenport said.
She’s not exaggerating. This season marked a milestone moment for American women’s tennis.
For the first time since 2004, four U.S. players finished the year ranked in the WTA’s top 10 - Coco Gauff at No. 3, Amanda Anisimova at No.
4, Jessica Pegula at No. 6, and Madison Keys at No. 7.
That kind of depth hasn’t been seen in over two decades, when Davenport herself topped the year-end rankings alongside Serena Williams, Venus Williams, and Jennifer Capriati.
Now, Davenport is in a different role, but the mission remains familiar: keep the United States at the top of the women’s game. With a roster full of top-tier talent and a captain who knows what it takes to win on the biggest stages, the U.S. is poised to stay in the mix for international hardware.
Next up? The Billie Jean King Cup qualifying matches in April. And with Davenport calling the shots, expect the Americans to be ready.