Valentin Vacherot wins ATP 500 Basel

Valentin Vacherot secured his second ATP title by defeating Jiri Lehecka in the ATP 500 Basel tournament on Sunday, November 1, with a score of 2-6, 6-3, 6-3.

Vacherot’s ranking improves

The Monegasque player, currently ranked 31st in the ATP rankings, will move back into the top 30 after this victory, reaching 27th on Monday.

Second main circuit title

This marks Vacherot’s second title on the main ATP circuit, following his surprise victory at the Masters 1000 Shanghai in 2025, where he defeated his cousin Arthur Rinderknech in the final.

Undefeated in finals now

Vacherot had previously lost in the final of the Masters 1000 Shanghai, but this new victory means he remains undefeated in finals. He had earlier been defeated by Luca Van Assche in Lyon but bounced back with a strong performance in Switzerland.

Path to Basel final

Vacherot reached the Basel final by defeating Mariano Navonne, Rafael Jodar, Holger Rune, and Taylor Fritz, who had benefited from the withdrawal of Arthur Fils.

Next tournament and challenge

Vacherot will now head to the Rolex Paris Masters, where he will face Novak Djokovic in the first round.