Valentin Vacherot's Stunning Upset Over Djokovic Makes Shanghai Masters Headlines
Valentin Vacherot, ranked 204th and from Monaco, achieved a major career milestone by defeating Novak Djokovic, hampered by a hip injury, at the Shanghai Masters. Vacherot, an alternate in qualifying, could now face his cousin, Arthur Rinderknech, in the final if Rinderknech wins his semifinal match.
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In a groundbreaking victory at the Shanghai Masters, Valentin Vacherot, ranked 204th globally, overcame tennis legend Novak Djokovic, who struggled with a hip injury throughout the match.
Vacherot's victory paves the way for a potential face-off against his cousin, Arthur Rinderknech, in the tournament final.
Djokovic, hampered by a sore hip and taking a medical timeout after falling behind, managed only a single point in the subsequent two games, aiding Vacherot's ascent.
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