Great Britain have been handed an away tie against Poland as they look to avoid relegation from the top tier of the Davis Cup.

Leon Smith’s side, seeded fourth in the draw, face the unseeded Poles in a World Group I best-of-five tie in September.

The winners will progress to the first qualifying phase of the 2026 event and maintain their chances of reaching the eight-team finals later that year.

Poland are likely to be led by 2021 Wimbledon semi-finalist Hubert Hurkacz, who is currently their only player ranked inside the men’s top 100.

Britain face the play-off tie after losing to Japan in this year’s first qualifying phase.

Without injured US Open semi-finalist Jack Draper, a makeshift British side were beaten 3-2 – jeopardising their place in the top tier of the men’s team event.

The draw for the World Group I ties was held on Thursday – a week later than originally planned because of Chile’s protests following their controversial tie against Belgium.