Novak Djokovic vs Valentin Vacherot Semi-Final
Novak Djokovic is chasing a record-extending fifth title in Shanghai and must overcome Valentin Vacherot in the semi-finals.
Djokovic booked his spot in a record 10th Shanghai Masters semi-final after defeating Zizou Bergs 6-3, 7-5.
Valentin Vacherot is enjoying a dream run in Shanghai, entering his first-ever ATP Masters semi-final and set to break into the Top 100.
- Novak Djokovic: 24-time Grand Slam champion, oldest semi-finalist at an ATP 1000 event at 38 years
- Valentin Vacherot: momentum and confidence after toppling higher-ranked opponents
Novak Djokovic has 80 Masters semi-final appearances, while Vacherot arrives with momentum and confidence.
Author's summary: Djokovic faces Vacherot in Shanghai Masters semi-final.