Dan Martin’s 2013 Power Ranking #4
1. Novak Djokovic – Nole is number one, but he can hear footsteps behind him right now.
2. Rafael Nadal - 3 consecutive tournament titles, including his first hard court title in over 2 years, have Rafa rising. Change since last Ranking +1
3. Andy Murray - This Indian Wells was better than his 2012 and 2011 outings. Murray needs to push back against the idea of Nole and Rafa reprising their 2011 two man show. Miami would be a good place for Murray to reassert himself since he trains there and since the pending clay court season is unlikely to help Murray. Change since last ranking – 1
4. Tomas Berdych - The Big Czech came up short versus Nadal, but his Indian Wells and Dubai showings have me thinking he is close to the top players. He may not be able to bridge that gap, but he is trying to bridge it. Change since last ranking + 2
5. Roger Federer – Roger is my favorite player of all time. He is 7 years past his prime of 2006 and is still ranked #2. My eyes are not lying that 2013 has not been his best outing. Skipping Miami and Monte Carlo makes me think Roger is saving his reserves for the biggest prizes in tennis. Maybe the break will help as he has not seemed like himself in 2013. Change since last ranking – 1
6. Juan Martin del Potro - Had he won Indian Wells, JMDP would be #4 and Berdych #5. Beating Murray and Djokovic back-to-back is a huge confidence builder. Change since last ranking +3
7. David Ferrer – He has a Grand Slam semifinal and a 250 point title to his name in 2013. Still, it seems like JMDP and Berdych have passed him. Change since last ranking – 2
8. Jo-Wilfried Tsonga – Holding steady
9. Richard Gasquet – With two titles under his belt in 2013, Gasquet is poised for a strong year. Still, he lacks the heft of Berdych or the consistency of Ferrer. Change since last ranking -2
10. Milos Raonic - Milos beat then #10 Marin Cilic so he takes his spot. Change since last ranking – unranked
Biggest Mover – Juan Martin del Potro +3
Dropped Out – Marin Cilic
Entered the Rankings – Milos Raonic
