Andy Murray’s career reached another landmark today as he became the first British man in history to become world number one, after the new official rankings were released.
The 29-year-old’s win at the Paris Masters on Sunday was the icing on the cake as he replaced Novak Djokovic as the best in the business and ended the Serbian’s two-year reign at the top.
It completes a golden year for the Brit, in which he claimed his third Grand Slam, defended his Olympic title in Rio and became a father for the first time.
Here, we chart his rise to the top of the tree.
Early signs
Murray may have lost against veteran Swede Thomas Johansson in the third round at Queens in 2005 but the manner of his performance showed the public there was much to come.
The then 18-year-old suffered from cramp in the final set, but his never-say-die attitude, grit and determination hinted at a great career.
Murray completes the Big Four
For so long, tennis was used to the intriguing rivalry between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal – two of the greatest players of all time – but in 2008 two became four as Djokovic and Murray joined the party, with the Scot reaching his first Grand Slam final at the US Open. First Grand Slam title
After years of pain, Murray finally lifted his first Grand Slam title at the US Open in 2012 with a gruelling victory against Novak Djokovic.
Davis Cup success
Murray cemented himself as one of Britain’s greatest ever sportsmen as he spearheaded Great Britain’s charge to Davis Cup victory in 2015.
He was imperious throughout the competition as he won all of his matches, including the decisive match against David Goffin.
Davis Cup matches don’t contribute to ranking points but the momentum Murray carried in 2016 had a major effect.
Sophia Olivia Murray
Off the court, 2016 was just as special for Murray as he became a father for the first time to daughter Sophia Olivia with wife Kim Sears in February.
Wimbledon
Murray ended Britain’s 77-year wait for a Wimbledon title in 2013 and lifted it again this year with an emphatic victory against Canadian Milos Raonic. It started Murray’s charge to the top of the rankings, beginning the tournament with almost half of Djokovic’s ranking points.
Golden summer
Murray’s golden summer was completed in style as he defended his Olympic title at Rio 2016. No ranking points are awarded for the Olympics but it was an emotional moment for the Team GB flagbearer.
History made
Murray’s electric form saw him eat into Djokovic’s lead at the top of the rankings, with victories at the China Open, Shanghai Masters and Vienna Open putting him in prime position.
His place at the top of the rankings was secured when Milos Raonic pulled out of their Paris Masters semi-final clash through injury, and Murray celebrated in the way he knows best – lifting another trophy.
Sportsbeat 2016