The schedule for Australia's Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers is officially released, with Kimberly Birrell the first player announced to compete.
On Wednesday, Tennis Australia revealed that Australia's qualifying matches will be hosted at Brisbane's Pat Rafter Arena in April, who are set to face Kazakhstan and Colombia.
Thursday April 10, 12pm AEST – Australia v Kazakhstan
Friday April 11, 12pm AEST – Colombia v Kazakhstan
Saturday April 12, 12pm AEST – Australia v Colombia
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Birrell, 26, has been confirmed to lead the green and gold for the upcoming qualifiers in her home city.
Having claimed an ITFW title in Brisbane earlier this month, she skyrocketed to a new career-high ranking of No.75 to become Australia's top-ranked female in singles.
"It is incredible to wear the green and gold. It’s what I dreamt of doing as a kid, watching and wanting to be a professional tennis player," Birrell said.
"In Australia, we have such a rich history of the Billie Jean King Cup and Davis Cup, so to be a part of that now, and to play here at home, in Australia, is incredibly special.
"I feel so at home here on this court (in Brisbane), I’ve had so many special memories, watching and playing in the Brisbane International and training here a lot of the year. To get to play a home tie so close to where I grew up is absolutely amazing.
"We can’t wait to play in front of a home crowd, especially because my friends and family will be able to come and watch."
The new qualifying format sees three nations compete in groups, with home and away ties to come into effect from 2026.
Shenzhen, China, will host the BJK Cup Finals in November, with Samantha Stosur's debut season as Australia's team captain ending at the quarter-final stage.
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