Aug 16, 2017; Mason, OH, USA; Rafael Nadal (ESP) returns a shot against Richard Gasquet (FRA) during the Western and Southern Open at the Lindner Family Tennis Center. Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports
(Reuters) - Rafael Nadal's return to the top of the world rankings is a testament to the Spaniard's longevity in the game and is as impressive as any of his career achievements, men's tennis chief Chris Kermode has said.
The 31-year-old Nadal became the world number one for the first time since July 2014 after replacing Britain's Andy Murray at the top spot on Monday.
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