Djokovic ends Nadal's winning streak

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.

Djokovic ends Nadal's winning streak
Sun, 03 Aug, 2008 - 16:46

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.

The Spaniard’s victory over Nicolas Lapentti at the Western & Southern Financial Group Masters on Friday ensured he would finally succeed Roger Federer as world number one this month.

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