Valentin Vacherot shared pictures from his vacation in Mauritius with his girlfriend Emily Snyder. The couple appeared relaxed and happy, enjoying the tropical setting after a demanding season on the ATP Tour.
Shanghai’s unforgettable victory
Earlier in 2025, Vacherot stunned the tennis world by winning the Rolex Shanghai Masters. Ranked outside the top 200, he became the lowest-ranked player ever to capture a Masters 1000 title. His run included victories over Holger Rune, Novak Djokovic, and culminated in a final against his cousin Rinderknech .
Vacherot admitted the surreal nature of his achievement: “I’m not realising what has happened, so I can’t give a proper answer.” – Valentin Vacherot
Support from Emily Snyder
Emily Snyder, who accompanied him during the Shanghai campaign, reflected on the journey: “Behind the scenes there were plenty more interesting moments that made his run even more like a movie.” – Emily Snyder
A rising star
The Shanghai triumph propelled Vacherot into the ATP top 100 and reshaped expectations for his career. His holiday in Mauritius symbolized both celebration and recovery, marking the beginning of a new chapter for one of tennis’s most surprising breakthrough players.
Valentin Vacherot in 2025
Currently ranked no.31, Valentin played his last match on the 31st of October when he capitulated to world no.5 Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-2 6-2 in the quarter in Paris (draw).
This year Valentin owns a 45-24 win-loss record. This year, Vacherot conquered 1 tournament in Shanghai. Vacherot got to the final in the Francavilla Challenger.