Vacherot Defeats Cousin Again After Shanghai Victory
Valentin Vacherot continues to impress on the ATP tour, defeating his cousin Arthur Rinderknech for the second time in three weeks at the Paris Masters. The match, which transpired after Vacherot’s recent victory at the Shanghai Masters, ended with a score of 6-7 (9-11), 6-3, 6-4. This win sets Vacherot up for a challenging third-round match against British player Cameron Norrie.
Recent Match Highlights
The 26-year-old Vacherot, currently ranked 40th in the world, showcased his resilience by overcoming a sluggish start. “The first set wasn’t easy, for either of us. We were both very tense, and I think it showed,” he commented post-match. However, he soon found his rhythm, easing through the next sets with improved performance.
Historic Win in Shanghai
Earlier this month, Vacherot surprised the tennis world by claiming his first ATP title at the Shanghai Masters. He became the lowest-ranked ATP Masters 1,000 champion since the series began, emerging victorious with a scoreline of 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 against Rinderknech. This remarkable achievement was complemented by a substantial prize money of £824,000.
- Vacherot defeated Alexander Bublik, Holger Rune, and Novak Djokovic to reach the Shanghai final.
- He had not previously faced Rinderknech in a professional match before their encounter at Shanghai.
Upcoming Challenges
After defeating Rinderknech, Vacherot will face Cameron Norrie, who notably upset world number one Carlos Alcaraz in their recent match, winning 4-6, 6-3, 6-4. Vacherot’s confidence is evident, particularly after expressing his familial pride during both tournaments; his messages on the courtside camera reflect his close family ties.
Other Tournament Updates
The Paris Masters also saw reigning champion Alexander Zverev triumph over Argentina’s Camilo Ugo Carabelli. However, eighth-seed Casper Ruud fell to Germany’s Daniel Altmaier, who ranks 50th globally. Meanwhile, former world number one Daniil Medvedev benefited from a walkover after Grigor Dimitrov withdrew due to a shoulder injury.
As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Vacherot as he aims to build on his stunning performances from Shanghai and continue his winning streak at the Paris Masters.
