Croatia haven't got their Davis Cup defence off to an ideal start.
They lost to rivals Russia on the opening day of the tournament in Madrid.
The 3-0 defeat saw Borna Gojo beaten by Andrey Rublev and Borna Coric losing to Karen Khachanov.
Meanwhile, Canada's Vasek Pospisil and Denis Shapovalov join efforts to beat Italy 2-1.
UAE launch Gulf Cup campaign with emphatic win
The UAE launched their Arabian Gulf Cup campaign in emphatic fashion, defeating Yemen 4-0 in their Group B opener at King Abdullah Sport City Stadium in Jeddah.
HotelPlanner tour: Emirati talent on show at Abu Dhabi Challenge
Emirati golfers Ahmad Skaik and Ahmed Al Musharekh will represent the region when the Abu Dhabi Challenge returns to Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club in the Al Ain Region next week.
Joshua and Fury to face off in Cardiff in December
The long-awaited showdown between British former heavyweight champions Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury will take place in Cardiff on December 11, promoter Turki Alalshikh announced on social media on Thursday.
Dubai T100 Triathlon attracts over 2,000 athletes from 57 nationalities
More than 2,000 athletes from 57 nationalities have registered for the third edition of the Dubai T100 Triathlon Weekend, which will take place at Al Mamzar from November 13-15.
Philippines gymnast Yulo adds Asian Games gold to Olympic success
Philippines gymnast Carlos Yulo said winning the Asian Games floor exercise gold on Thursday felt like another Olympic triumph, elevated by redemption after he buried the disappointment of Jakarta 2018.
Flights operated by Iranian airlines to and from the UAE have been suspended until further notice, according to the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
More than 10 million meals will be prepared for people in Gaza as part of a major humanitarian initiative honouring the legacy of the late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who passed away earlier this week.
The UAE's Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 has launched its annual Winter Clothing Initiative aimed at supporting one million people in Gaza.
