Summary
Monegasque tennis player Valentin Vacherot defeated Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals of the Shanghai Masters. Vacherot's victory makes him the lowest-ranked player to reach an ATP Masters 1000 final. Djokovic struggled with injuries during the tournament.
Key Facts
- Valentin Vacherot, ranked 204th, beat Novak Djokovic 6-3, 6-4.
- Vacherot is the lowest-ranked player to ever reach an ATP Masters 1000 final.
- Djokovic, age 38, dealt with injuries and needed medical treatment during the match.
- Vacherot will play against either Arthur Rinderknech or Daniil Medvedev in the final.
- Djokovic vomited in earlier matches due to heat and humidity.
- Vacherot will move up to world number 58 as a result of his performance in Shanghai.
- Djokovic praised Vacherot for his performance and attitude during the match.
