India, July 15 -- The Laver Cup is returning to the O2 Arena in London from September 25 to 27, 2026. With the team selections officially underway, both Team Europe and Team World are locking in incredibly strong squads featuring the world nos. 2 and 3, Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz, respectively. Here is a breakdown of what the Laver Cup is all about, who is playing, and what to expect from this year's edition.

What is the Laver Cup?

Created as a tribute to Australian tennis legend Rod Laver, the tournament was born from an idea by Roger Federer. The format is simple yet thrilling: six of the best players from Europe go head-to-head against six of the best players from the rest of the world.

The matches are played over three int...