South African Davis Cup captain Christo van Rensburg expressed confidence in his team's readiness for their World Group II tie against Lebanon this weekend, following a productive week of training. During the draw held on Friday, it was announced that Alec Beckley, South Africa's No. 2 player, will compete against Benjamin Hassan in the opening singles match on Saturday, while No. 1 player Philip Henning will face Hady Habib.
In the doubles rubber, Henning and Beckley will take on Mustapha El Natour and Fadi Bidan. The tie, scheduled to be played in Cairo at the Palm Hill Sports Club, will feature outdoor clay courts due to security concerns in Lebanon. Van Rensburg noted that despite the challenging hot conditions in Egypt, the team has been well-prepared and is now focusing on rest and recovery.
The outcome of the tie will determine the future for both teams, with the winner advancing to the World Group I playoffs next year, while the loser will face relegation to the World Group II playoffs. South Africa's players have been training intensively since Saturday and are eager to demonstrate their readiness in the upcoming matches.
Van Rensburg highlighted the positive atmosphere within the team, emphasizing their satisfaction with the training sessions and their anticipation for the upcoming tie. The South African squad is set to face Lebanon in what promises to be an intense and crucial competition.
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