BBC Sport · Nov 13, 2024
BJK Cup tie called off after severe weather alert
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A severe weather alert in southern Spain has led to the opening tie of the Billie Jean King Cup between Spain and Poland being postponed.
The two nations were set to play in Malaga on Wednesday.
Two weeks after flash floods caused devastation in eastern Spain, several areas of the nation are on alert again.
A new weather front brought heavy rain in Malaga on Wednesday.
"This decision has been made based on guidance from the relevant authorities to ensure the health and safety of all participants and attendees," said the International Tennis Federation, which organises the event.