Germany beats Australia to secure its place in Fed Cup final

It was Australia's first semifinal appearance since 1993. Australia has not won the Fed Cup since 1974 when seven-time Grand Slam singles champion Evonne

Germany's semifinal win gives it its first Fed Cup final berth since 1992, when it beat Spain for the title :: Matt Roberts/Getty Images

It was Australia's first semifinal appearance since 1993. Australia has not won the Fed Cup since 1974 when seven-time Grand Slam singles champion Evonne Goolagong led Australia to victory.