Bencic, Collins among nominees for Billie Jean King Cup Heart Award

Following their standout performances at the 2021 Billie Jean King Cup, Switzerland's Belinda Bencic and American Danielle Collins have been nominated to receive the prestigious Heart Award this year.

Joining Bencic and Collins on the nomination list are Slovakian Viktoria Kuzmova, Russian Tennis Federation's Ludmilla Samsonova and Australian Storm Sanders. The Heart Award recognizes players who have represented their country with distinction, shown exceptional courage on court and demonstrated outstanding commitment to the team during the Billie Jean King Cup.

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Fans are invited to select their standout player from the nominees, with the winner receiving a $10,000 prize that will be donated to the charity of their choice.

Online voting will take place from November 17-19, 2021 and the winners will be announced on Monday, November 22 2021. Click here to cast your vote now!