Rafael Nadal’s ascent to top spot in the world rankings will now take place next week after a surprise loss to Novak Djokovic last night.

Rafael Nadal beat Tommy Haas in the third round of the Western & Southern Financial Group Masters in Cincinnati last night to edge closer to ending Roger Federer’s record run as world number one.

Rafael Nadal continued his magnificent run of form on the ATP circuit with a comprehensive victory in his opening match at the Western & Southern Financial Group Masters.

Top seed Roger Federer has survived a major scare at the Western & Southern Financial Group Masters, defeating Robby Ginepri in a hard-fought second round encounter.

ROGER FEDERER defeated number nine James Blake 6-1 6-4 in the final of Western & Southern Financial Group Masters to claim his fifth title of the season.