World number one Rafael Nadal may lose the top ranking after the 2014 Madrid Masters based on current rankings. His rival, number two Novak Djokovic has a mathematical chance to regain the top ranking.
Nadal, the defending champion at this prestigious event, could lose the number one ranking if he loses before the quarterfinals and Djokovic will go on to win the title. A year ago, Djokovic lost in his opening match at this event to Grigor Dimitrov thus he only has 10 points to defend.
Here’s a breakdown, looking ahead to next week’s Mutua Madrid Open.
Emirates ATP Rankings – 28 April 2014
[1] Rafael Nadal – 12,900
[2] Novak Djokovic – 11,040
Points earned from 2013 Madrid Masters
Rafael Nadal – 1,000 points (winner)
Novak Djokovic – 10 (second round loss)
Madrid Masters 2014 Round by Round Analysis | Points
Rafael Nadal
Winner – 12,900
Final – 12,500
Semifinal – 12,260
Q-Final – 12,080
R16 – 11,990
R32 – 11,945
R64 – 11,910
DNP – 11,900
Novak Djokovic
Winner – 12,030
Final – 11,630
Semifinal – 11,390
Q-Final – 11,210
R16 – 11,120
R32 – 11,075
R64 – 11,040
DNP – 11,030
