Smith placed a great emphasis on the importance of the competition for the British team and he is looking forward to captaining them in the World Group next year. Just before the draw took place, Smith told the live stream on the Davis Cup Website: "It's been really good and a great journey for the past three and a half years. I think I can speak on behalf of the players and the staff that this tournament is like no other. The great thing about the Davis Cup is that it's a team effort which requires everyone to play their part. When we faced Russia in April we were classed as the underdog but Jonny Marray did well and Andy came in for these games and it's been a great team effort.
"It's the most exciting spectacle. like what we saw in London at the Olympics, it's time for the fans to get behind the team and it's been character building for the players involved. Regarding Murray's involvement next year, Smith added, he's committed very much. The great thing is it's a time to get the players and staff together to work together and have a good time.
Davis Cup World Group, first-round draw
Germany Vs Spain
Czech Republic Vs Netherlands
Japan VS Canada
France VS Australia
United States VS Great Britain
Argentina Vs Italy
Kazakhstan Vs Belgium
Serbia Vs Switzerland.