Nalbandian to lead Argentina in Davis Cup final

The world number seven will spearhead Argentina's bid to clinch a first Davis Cup title at Russia's expense.

World number seven David Nalbandian will spearhead Argentina's bid to clinch a first Davis Cup title at Russia's expense in next month's final, the Argentinian tennis association said.

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Jose Acasuso, Agustin Calleri and Juan Ignacio Chela were also named in the team for the December 1-3 tournament that will comprise singles and doubles rubbers.

Team captain Alberto Mancini has called up Guillermo Canas as a reserve, which will mark his return to the tennis circuit after serving a 15-month suspension for doping offences.