Radek Stepanek win retains Davis Cup for Czechs

The Czech Republic retained the Davis Cup title by beating Serbia 3-2 in the final after Radek Stepanek swept past Dusan Lajovic in the decisive singles match.

The Czech veteran beat the world No 117 6-3, 6-1, 6-1, converting his first match point with a volley to delight a thousand Czech fans at Belgrade Arena. Lajovic was a late replacement for the injured Janko Tipsarevic.