The 1956 Davis Cup was the 45th edition of the Davis Cup, the most important tournament between national teams in men's tennis. 24 teams entered the Europe Zone, 5 teams entered the America Zone, and 3 teams entered the Eastern Zone.
The United States defeated Mexico in the America Zone final, India defeated Japan in the Eastern Zone final, and Italy defeated Sweden in the Europe Zone final. In the Inter-Zonal Zone, the United States defeated Italy in the semifinal, and then defeated India in the final. In the Challenge Round the United States were defeated by defending champions Australia. The final was played at Memorial Drive in Adelaide, Australia on 26–28 December.
America Zone
Draw
Final United States vs. Mexico
Eastern Zone
Draw
Final Japan vs. India
Europe Zone
Draw
Final Sweden vs. Italy
Inter-Zonal Zone Draw
Semifinals United States vs. Italy
United States vs. India
Challenge Round Australia vs. United States
References
External links Davis Cup official website