Updated: November 16, 2025, 6:54 p.m / Reading time: approx. 3 min
World group playoffs
This home tournament is going badly. The German tennis players first lose against Turkey, then get lucky without doing anything – and then screw up again. What happens next?
James Whitfield is Archysport's racket sports and golf specialist, bringing a global perspective to tennis, badminton, and golf coverage. Based between London and Singapore, James has covered Grand Slam tournaments, BWF World Tour events, and major golf championships on five continents. His reporting combines on-the-ground access with deep knowledge of the technical and strategic elements that separate elite athletes from the rest of the field. James is fluent in English, French, and Mandarin, giving him unique access to athletes across the global tennis and badminton circuits.
