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Ferrer steps in for the injured Tsonga in Abu Dhabi.

by bahamaderek on Dec.30, 2009, under David Ferrer, Jo Wilfried Tsonga

Organisers of the Capitala World Tennis Championships have announced David Ferrer, the world number 17 who helped Spain to a stunning second Davis Cup title earlier this month, will replace Jo-Wilfried Tsonga at this week’s tournament.

The stylish Spaniard will make his first appearance in Abu Dhabi and joins fellow countryman Rafael Nadal, the world number two, in a star-studded line-up of the world’s top players for the season opener starting on Thursday, December 31.

Ferrer will open his account on day one when he will meet the in-form Nikolay Davydenko.

“It’s great to have the opportunity to play in Abu Dhabi and I am very much looking forward to getting the season underway and joining some of the best players in the world for this tournament,” said Ferrer.

“Davydenko is always a tough opponent, particularly considering how well he has been playing lately, and I’m looking forward to playing him again.”

Should Ferrer beat Davydenko on the opening day, it sets up a thrilling all Spanish semifinal showdown with Nadal who will be ready and waiting for his Davis Cup winning compatriot.

“Rafa and I are great friends it would be fantastic to meet him in the semifinal. Rafa said the stadium atmosphere in Abu Dhabi last year was very exciting and he received a lot of support from the Spanish fans.

“It’s something I’m looking forward to experiencing.”

Tsonga, who injured himself during a training session earlier this week, is disappointed he will not be making his first appearance in Abu Dhabi.

The French number one has been advised by his coaching staff to rest ahead of the Australian Open after suffering the injury.

Tsonga said: “I am extremely disappointed not to be able to participate in the Capitala World Tennis Championship due to an injury.

“I hope that I will come to participate in years to come but in the meantime I wish everyone there a good event and best wishes for 2010.”

The Capitala World Tennis Championship will be staged at the Abu Dhabi International Tennis Complex, Zayed Sports City from December 31, 2009 to January 2, 2010.

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