Djokovic edges Humbert in Basel to stay in ATP Finals race
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 7:51 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Novak Djokovic claimed a comeback victory over Ugo Humbert 4-6 6-3 6-4 in Basel. This match marked Djokovic's first appearance in Basel in 15 years as he aims for a spot in the season-ending ATP Finals. The match lasted two and a half hours, with Djokovic facing early pressure but battling back to secure the win. He is currently ranked 11th in the ATP Finals race, trailing by 319 points to the final qualifying position. Djokovic previously won the Basel title in 2009, defeating Roger Federer.
- •Djokovic prevails after losing the first set
- •The match lasted two and a half hours
- •Djokovic last played in Basel in 2011
- •He secured his 20th tour-level win of the year
- •Djokovic ranked 11th in ATP Finals race
- 7:51 PMBBC Sport — Djokovic celebrates 'big win' on return to Basel
"Novak Djokovic pulls off a hard-fought comeback victory over Ugo Humbert to keep alive his hopes of qualifying for the season-ending ATP Finals.
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