Ailing Novak Djokovic beaten in Shanghai semis by qualifier Vacherot

An ailing Novak Djokovic was knocked out of the Shanghai Masters semifinals on Saturday by world number 204 Valentin Vacherot.

The 26-year-old qualifier from Monaco beat Djokovic 6-3, 6-4, denying him a record-extending fifth title in Shanghai.

A hobbling Djokovic, 38, threw up courtside and received medical attention during the match, highlighting the severity of his condition.

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