Meanwhile, Russia and France are tied at one apiece. The one who makes it through will progress to the QF which will be a historic first for either country, if I'm not mistaken. Great news!
Nope, if Russia wins, then Russia, France and Chinese Taipei will have one win and two losses (Taipei won against Russia 4-1 and China beat them all).
Not sure what happens then.
If France wins though, they'll have 2 wins and will go through.
Anyway, ALLEZ LA FRANCE ! Will be hard to beat Ivanov/Sozonov in doubles, so we need to win the next singles game at all cost!