Nadal surpasses Novak Djokovic to clinch the numero uno spot in ATP

Rafael Nal has been one of finest players to have played game of tennis. He, along with likes of legendary Roger Federer and iconic vak Djokovic, has been engd in some fierce rivalries which have been watched by tennis fans with great enthusiasm. Despite a successful career, ' King of Clay' has h a fair share of injuries as well which have marred his career. w, Nal has me a huge impact in ATP rankings.

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Nal surpassed Djokovic to gain numero u spot

Rafael Nal surpassed vak Djokovic to gain number one spot in men's professional tennis rankings. This is eighth occasion where Spaniard has achieved this feat in his illustrious career. Meanwhile, Rafa also became second-oldest player in ATP rankings history since 1973 to attain top spot. He is currently 33. Roger Federer (36) is oldest player to do so, having achieved feat last year. At same time, 'Spain's Raging Bull' will also be hoping to stay ahe of vak Djokovic and finish this year at top spot. If he succeeds in doing so, it will be fifth instance after years 2008, 2010, 2013 and 2017 respectively. However, if Rafa also succeeds in clinching year-end . 1 at Nitto ATP Finals n, he would be oldest player to do so.

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Rafael Nal on attaining top spot

After Rafael Nal surpassed his long-time rival Djokovic to attain top spot, he spoke about what it meant to him to ATP. 

“I'm super happy with my season,” said Nal. “It was a tough beginning but n I was able to find a way to be back playing at a very high level of tennis and be in situation that I am today. I'm very proud about year that I am having,'' Nal was quoted saying this to ATP. 

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