Novak Djokovic celebrates his victory over Ugo Humbert in BaselImage source, Getty Images
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Novak Djokovic won the Basel title on his debut at the tournament 17 years ago

ByHarry PooleBBC Sport journalist
  • Published3 hours ago

Novak Djokovic pulled off a hard-fought comeback victory over Ugo Humbert on his first appearance in Basel for 15 years.

Battling in the final months of the year to keep alive his chances of qualifying for the season-ending ATP Finals in Turin, Djokovic celebrated what he viewed as a "big win" by overcoming Frenchman Ugo Humbert 4-6 6-3 6-4.