Monte Carlo: Rafael Nadal beats Japan's Kei Nishikori in final
London, Apr 23 (IBNS): Spanish Tennis star Rafael Nadal defeated Japan's Kei Nishikori in the final clash of the Monte Carlo Masters to win the title.
The victory also ensured that Nadal will remain the world number one player.
Nadal won the match in straight sets.
He defeated his Japanese opponents 6-3 6-2.
The match lasted for 94 minutes.
Nadal had to win the Masters 1000 tournament in a bid to prevent Swiss Tennis star Roger Federer from overtaking him in the ranking list.
"It's always special for me to be back here, having this trophy. It's one of the most important events of the year for me," Nadal was quoted as saying by BBC.
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