New Delhi, Nov. 4 -- Novak Djokovic fought back from a set and a break down to defeat Valentin Vacherot 6-7(5), 7-5, 6-1 in the first round of the Rolex Paris Masters on Tuesday, November 3. The win kept the 10th seed's slim hopes of reaching the ATP Finals in Turin alive in the final weeks of the 2026 season.

Novak Djokovic, a record seven-time champion in Paris, trailed early against Vacherot before turning the match around. He also managed a shoulder issue during the contest. The victory ended a five-match winning streak for the Monaco player, who had claimed the Basel title the previous week.

This marked Djokovic's first appearance at the Paris Masters in two years. The three-set result extended his strong indoor form after a succes...