Murray seals Asian title treble
- Published: 16/10/2011 at 09:24 PM
- Online news:
Awesome Andy Murray sealed an Asian title treble Sunday, guaranteeing he will leapfrog Roger Federer in the rankings for the first time, to number three, after a 7-5, 6-4 win over David Ferrer.
Andy Murray of Britain holds up his trophy after defeating David Ferrer of Spain in the men's singles final at the 2011 Shanghai Masters on October 16. Murray beat Ferrer 7-5, 6-4.
Defending champion Murray, 24, was tested by the Spaniard but ultimately had too much for the world number five, wrapping up his eighth Masters title in one hour and 45 minutes.
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- Writer: AFP News agency
- Position: Agence France-Presse
