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Ward faces Simon first in Davis Cup

James Ward will play Gilles Simon in the opening match of Britain's Davis Cup quarter-final against France at Queen's Club.

Ward and Simon will open the best-of-five tie at 12.30 BST on Friday, followed by world number three Andy Murray against Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.

Britain are trying to reach the World Group semi-finals for the first time since 1981.

The doubles take place on Saturday and reverse singles on Sunday.

The winners will face Australia or Kazakshtan in September.

Jamie Murray and Dom Inglot are scheduled to face Nicolas Mahut and Richard Gasquet in Saturday's doubles, although nominations can change up to one hour before play.