Rafa's return to world No 1 'unbelievable'

PARIS - Rafael Nadal described as "unbelievable" his climb back to the world No 1 spot for the first time in three years, as confirmed in the ATP rankings released on Monday.

The Spaniard, who learned he was going to reclaim the top spot a week ago, last topped the men's charts in July 2014.

The 31-year-old, who won his 15th Grand Slam title at the French Open in June, deposes Britain's Andy Murray, who withdrew from tournaments in Montreal and Cincinnati with a hip injury.