Roger Federer defeats Rafael Nadal in 2017 Shanghai Masters final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 12:00 AM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Roger Federer claimed victory over Rafael Nadal in their last ATP final at the 2017 Shanghai Masters. Federer, who entered the match having won four consecutive times against Nadal, dominated with a score of 6-4, 6-3. The match saw Federer not face a break point and showcased his strong serve. Nadal acknowledged Federer’s superior performance during his post-match comments. This marked the conclusion of their legendary rivalry in finals, as the two faced each other 24 times in total.
- •Federer won the match 6-4, 6-3
- •Nadal had 17 consecutive match wins before the final
- •Federer faced no break points during the match
- •This was their 24th and final meeting in an ATP final
- •Federer earned his 27th Masters 1000 title
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