Improved scheduling and enhanced fan experience the focus for Davis Cup by Rakuten Finals 01/18/21 Proposal to expand number of host countries from one to three Number of Finals teams transition from 18 to 16 from 2022 The ITF has today confirmed it is considering a series of proposals by event partner, Kosmos Tennis, to enhance the Davis Cup by Rakuten Finals following a thorough review of the inaugural event in 2019. Under the proposals, the ITF Board has already approved the Finals becoming an 11-day event with the 2021 edition set to take place from 25 November to 5 December. The ITF Board also approved a transition from 18 to 16 teams from 2022 and will now enter a period of consultation over the introduction of a multi-city format for the 2021 edition onwards.