Novak Djokovic has been given a reality check by Valentin Vacherot, the world No 204, after a shocking defeat at the Shanghai Masters.
Vacherot's incredible win against Djokovic will see him climb around 150 places in the ATP Rankings and secure more prize money than he had in his entire career.
The Vacherot story in Shanghai is one of the most remarkable of the 2025 season.
This defeat for Djokovic confirmed what has been evident for some time, as he ponders the end of his tennis story.
Author's summary: Djokovic faces retirement reality.