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Nadal is the oldest player to finish year-end Number 1 in the ATP world rankings history.
Spanish tennis star Rafael Nadal (Photo: AFP)
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.
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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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