Novak Djokovic's Retirement Reality Check
Novak Djokovic has been given the answer he was waiting for regarding his retirement after a shocking defeat at the Shanghai Masters.
Valentin Vacherot, ranked world No 204, gave Djokovic a reality check with an incredible win, continuing a remarkable week for the Monégasque player.
- Vacherot is set to climb around 150 places in the ATP Rankings.
- He will secure more prize money this week than he had managed in his entire career up to this point.
The Vacherot story in Shanghai is one of the most remarkable of the 2025 season.
For Djokovic, this defeat confirmed what has been evident for some time, prompting thoughts about the end of his tennis story.
Author's summary: Djokovic faces retirement after a shocking loss.