Schedule and where to watch Jódar vs Lehecka, round of 16 at the Montreal Masters 1000
A real test for the player from Leganés, who will face Lehecka in a match that could give him access to the quarter-finals in Canada. We bring you all the information.
If there is one standout name, and perhaps surprisingly for many, in this 2026 ATP Montreal, it is undoubtedly Rafa Jódar, who is already in the round of 16 of a new Masters 1000. He achieved this through willpower, consistency, a strong mindset, and a magnificent attitude, overcoming Moutet and Musetti to now face the tournament's eighth seed, none other than Jiri Lehecka, in the round of 16 on Canadian soil.
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| Match | Rafael Jódar vs Jiri Lehecka |
|---|---|
| Round of 16 | |
| Tournament | Masters 1000 Montreal 2026 |
| Date | Sunday, August 9 |
| Time | 6:00 PM local time (12:00 AM from Saturday to Sunday in mainland Spain) |
| Court | Centre Court |
| Where to watch on TV (Spain) | Movistar+ (dial 7) and Movistar+ Deportes 2 (dial 64) |
| Streaming | Movistar+ App, TennisTV |
Three matches in four days. Jódar has undergone a sort of ordeal with the calm of a veteran, shaking off the wounds of his defeat in the Washington final against Fritz with a maturity uncommon for someone with so little experience in the elite. He demonstrated this in his victory over Corentin Moutet, overcoming a slow start and lacking timing, never getting out of the match and showing his willingness to endure on the court if necessary.
He rounded it off, of course, in his most recent third-round clash against Lorenzo Musetti. There we saw the best Rafa Jódar, a true whirlwind who dominated from both sides of the court and tore apart his opponent with the calm of a surgeon. The Italian could do little or nothing, merely a spectator to Jódar's festival of winners, as he even still has aspects of his game that have been somewhat dormant, such as his serve or net play.
So far, there is not a trace of fatigue in his game, and like fine wine, his level is improving every day. It is evident that during his university time in the United States, he developed his game on hard courts, as he feels right at home and is just a few victories away from achieving the dream of breaking into the top 10.
That said: Jiri Lehecka represents a new challenge that should not be underestimated. Few are playing as well as Jódar, but perhaps one of those few is the Czech, eighth seed and clearly on an upward trajectory in 2026. He was a finalist in Miami, under similar playing conditions, and has now added Fréderic Fontang, former coach of Auger-Aliassime, to his team to make that quality leap that will help him join the second tier of candidates for major titles. With the draw in Canada being so open, this may be his great opportunity to make that leap.
In fact, just like Jódar, Lehecka is knocking on the door of the top 10 with more aggressive tennis than ever, allowing him to experience one of the best seasons of his career, if not the best. Therefore, a match of heavy hitters is expected, where the winner will be the one who manages to dominate the rallies and is more precise with their serve.
What time does Jódar play today against Lehecka in the ATP Montreal 2026?
The match between Rafa Jódar and Jiri Lehecka, corresponding to the round of 16 of the Montreal tournament, will take place starting at 12:00 AM from Saturday, August 8 to Sunday, August 9, mainland time. It is the prime time of the tournament, and one that Rafa is not unfamiliar with: the organization already placed him in this slot against Musetti, and the Madrid player's tennis delighted the audience, so it is by no means surprising to see the Madrid player repeat in this slot.
Where to watch today’s Jódar - Lehecka match from the ATP Montreal 2026
In Spain, the match can be watched live on Movistar + through some of its channels dedicated to covering the Montreal tournament: it will likely be on dial 7 (Movistar +), although it could also be through Vamos, another of the platform's sports channels.
At Punto de Break, we will provide complete coverage of the match between Rafa Jódar and Jiri Lehecka: statements, analysis, post-match insights, and keys to a duel that could define the possibility of the Madrid player approaching the ATP top-10.
Where to follow the Jódar - Lehecka match online from the ATP Montreal 2026 today
Additionally, at Punto de Break, you can check all the latest news about the match, with updated information minute by minute during the day and a complete report once the match concludes. Not only that: you can follow the match live minute by minute on our YouTube channel, where we will be broadcasting the match live. Once it’s over, you’ll also find statements from both players on our website and an extensive post-match analysis where we will discuss the reasons behind the victory or defeat of the Madrid player. Don’t miss it!
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