Rafael Nadal of Spain returns the ball against Novak Djokovic of Serbia during their ATP World Tour Finals Group B Singles third round match in London, capital of Britain, Nov. 27, 2009. Nadal lost 0-2.

"I have to start well from the very beginning, I have been training well and I am optimistic it will be enough. We have worked well," said the Spaniard. Spain has the advantage of playing in front of its fans, as it has in two of its Davis Cup wins, Nadal hoped that the Spanish support would once again be a factor in this final.

"The public has got a key role to play and it is a point in our favor to have them on our side. The two advantages you have in Davis Cup are being able to choose what surface you play on and having your public. We know that it can help you win," he said.

Spain captain Albert Costa has decided not to risk Verdasco's fitness in singles. Verdasco has been struggling with a problem in his right leg and Costa has decided that he will partner Lopez in Saturday's doubles with Ferrer following Nadal on court for the second rubber of the day.

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