Purdue’s Krivokapic to Represent Montenegro in Davis Cup Clash Against China

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Purdue University men’s tennis junior Aleksa Krivokapic is set to represent Montenegro in the Davis Cup, facing off against China‘s Zhizhen Zhang, the world No. 50, at the Hengqin International Tennis Center in Zhuhai, China. The match begins tonight at 10 p.m. ET (Friday at 11 a.m. local time).

Krivokapic, a native of Podgorica, Montenegro, will compete in the second singles match following the opening clash between Montenegro’s Petar Jovanovic and China’s Jle Cui. The Davis Cup, one of the most prestigious team events in tennis, marks a significant milestone in Krivokapic’s career as he steps onto the international stage.

The Purdue standout has been a key player for the Boilermakers, earning recognition in the Big Ten for his consistent performances. His selection to represent Montenegro underscores his growing reputation in the sport. “It’s an honor to represent my country and compete against some of the best players in the world,” Krivokapic said in a statement released by Purdue Athletics.

China’s Zhizhen Zhang, ranked No. 50 in the ATP rankings, presents a formidable challenge for Krivokapic. Zhang has been a rising star in Asian tennis, with notable performances in recent ATP Tour events. The match will be a test of Krivokapic’s ability to compete at the highest level.

The Davis Cup tie in Zhuhai is part of the tournament’s group stage, with teams vying for a spot in the knockout rounds. Montenegro, a relatively small nation in tennis terms, is looking to make an impact on the global stage. Krivokapic’s participation is seen as a significant step forward for Montenegrin tennis.

Fans and supporters from Purdue and Montenegro are expected to tune in for the late-night match, which will be broadcast live on the Davis Cup’s official streaming platform. Krivokapic’s journey from collegiate tennis to the international arena highlights the growing pipeline of talent emerging from university programs.