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Nadal is the oldest player to finish year-end Number 1 in the ATP world rankings history.
Tennis player Rafael Nadal was presented the ATP World No.1 award on court at the ATP World Tour Finals at the O2 Arena here.
The 31-year-old Spaniard, who replaced Andy Murray of Britain at Number 1 on August 21, has guaranteed the year-end Number 1 ranking for a fourth time following 2008, 2010 and 2013, Xinhua reported.
Nadal, who received the award on Sunday, has enjoyed a stellar season, capturing six titles, including two Grand Slam in the French Open and US Open and two ATP Masters 1000s.
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He is the oldest player to finish year-end Number 1 in the ATP world rankings history.
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