Vacherot Wins Shanghai Masters Title
Valentin Vacherot, world number 204 from Monaco, won his first ATP title at the Shanghai Masters, defeating his cousin Arthur Rinderknech 4-6 6-3 6-3.
The 26-year-old's victory made him the first player from Monaco to win an ATP singles title and the lowest-ranked player to win an ATP Masters 1000 event.
The victorious Vacherot was overwhelmed with emotion, before sharing a heartfelt embrace with his older cousin Rinderknech, 30.
Vacherot's career prize money will significantly increase, from under $600,000 to over $1 million, after lifting the trophy in Shanghai.
Author's summary: Vacherot wins first ATP title.