Federer wins Madrid Masters, takes number two spot

Date published : 13 May 2012 - 18:46:52

Roger Federer moved back to number two in the world after beating Tomas Berdych 3-6, 7-5, 7-5 on Sunday to win his third Madrid Masters.

The Swiss will stand behind Novak Djokovic on the ATP list after winning the 74th title of his career.

Federer went level with Rafael Nadal, who will slip to three in the world, on 20 career titles at the Masters 1000 level, with both men holding the record.

The 30-year-old Federer was playing in his 104th ATP final and won his fourth title of the season.

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