Nadal Number 1: ‘Rafa’ Reclaims Top Ranking From Novak Djokovic, Aims to Break Federer’s 17 Grand Slam Record [VIDEO] : TENNIS : Sports World News
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Rafael Nadal of Spain will regain the world primary rating on the finish of the yr and beat out present primary Novak Djokovic, marking a exceptional comeback for the 13-time Grand Slam champion who final held the highest spot in July 2011.
Nadal’s superb feat was achieved when his opponent, Tomas Berdych, retired on the China Open final October 5 giving the Spaniard the wanted finals look within the match to edge out rival Djokovic even when the latter retains the title on Sunday, October 6.
“Certain is particular be again to the highest place of the rating after greater than a half yr with out taking part in tennis,” he was quoted by Yahoo! Sports. He was additionally quoted as citing that the accomplishment capped off among the finest years of his profession. “I felt throughout all of the season very excited each time I’m going on courtroom.”
Nadal’s rise to the highest means Djokovic will finish his a hundred and first week because the top-ranked participant on the planet. It additionally marks a gradual enchancment for the Spanish who was sidelined for many a part of the previous yr with a knee harm. He has remained unbeated since shedding within the first spherical of the Wimbledon final June.
Nonetheless within the prime of his profession on the age of 27, Nadal can also be eyeing to interrupt the document of 17 Grand Slam titles of Roger Federer. He says he must maintain his well being within the subsequent 4 years if he’s to beat Federer’s document.
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