Valentin Vacherot Shocks the Tennis World in Shanghai
In a historic day for tennis, Valentin Vacherot achieved the most significant victory of his career by defeating Novak Djokovic in the Shanghai Masters semifinals. The final score was 6-3, 6-4, securing his place in the tournament final. Vacherot, currently ranked 204th in the world, has had a dream week. He started as a substitute in the qualifying phase and is now one step away from glory.In the final, Vacherot will face his cousin, Arthur Rinderknech, who defeated Daniil Medvedev in the other semifinal with a score of 4-6, 6-2, 6-4. Djokovic, visibly affected by a hip injury, requested medical time during the match. Despite the physical difficulties, the Serbian tennis player acknowledged his opponent’s victory.Is this real? I don’t know. Having Novak on the other side of the court was, first of all, an incredible experience for me.
Valentin Vacherot
Djokovic praised Vacherot’s career, highlighting his attitude and game. Vacherot, with a background in college tennis at Texas A&M, will seek to crown his outstanding performance in Shanghai.It’s all about him. I wish him the best in the final, and the best player won today.
Novak Djokovic
