The 2002 Davis Cup was the 91st edition of the most important tournament between nations in men's tennis. A total of 130 nations participated in the tournament. In the final, Russia defeated France at the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy in Paris, France, on 29 November - 1 December, giving Russia their first title.
This is the only time in the history of the competition that a two-set deficit has been turned around in a live fifth rubber of a Final.
Read more about 2002 Davis Cup: World Group, World Group Qualifying Round
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