The World Group was the highest level of Fed Cup competition in 2011.

Eight nations competed in a three-round knockout competition.

Italy was the two-time defending champion, but they were defeated in the semifinals by four-time former champion Russia.

The Russians were defeated in the final by Czech Republic, 3–2, in their first final and title since 1988.

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