Prague – Tasked with leading the Czech Republic to victory in another home Fed Cup final this weekend, Petra Kvitova says the considerable pressure from compatriots is much less than what she puts on herself.
The Czechs go after their third title in four years, with Germany on the other side of the indoor hard court at O2 Arena.
The “beautiful memories” of victories in 2011 and 2012, the republic's first since the end of communist rule, drives Kvitova to help set up a third celebration.
“It's not often we get to celebrate as a team. I love this competition and this team,” the Wimbledon champion says.
Despite the presence of family and friends, and huge expectations and support from fellow Czechs, Kvitova says, “It's a lot of pressure on me in the Fed Cup, but it's more pressure from myself when we are playing at home. Everybody is expecting that I make it two points, and that's what I will try to do.” – Sapa-AP