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ATP Rafael Jódar

The 5 Keys to Jódar's Defeat to Nakashima in Montreal

Jose Morón - 13 Aug 2026 | 03:12

It wasn't Rafa's best match, as he made mistakes in tactics against a Nakashima who shone in several aspects of the game.

A Nakashima in a state of grace halts Jódar's dream in Montreal. Photo: Getty Images
ATP Rafael Jódar

A Nakashima in a state of grace halts Jódar's dream in Montreal

Andrés Tomás - 13 Aug 2026 | 02:18

The American was steady, especially with his serve, throughout the match and showcased his skills against the Spaniard, who appeared erratic, to reach his first Masters 1000 final.

Nakashima and his next big challenge: Rafa Jódar. Source: Getty
Brandon Nakashima Rafael Jódar

Nakashima and a brutal recognition of Jódar: "He is already one of the best tennis players in the world"

Carlos Navarro - 12 Aug 2026 | 14:03

Both products from the University of Virginia, the semifinal showdown leaves a Brandon completely surrendered to the evolution of Spanish. "We are good friends."

Schedule and where to watch the semifinals of Jódar in Montreal. Source: Getty
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Schedule and where to watch Rafa Jódar vs Brandon Nakashima, semifinals of ATP Montreal 2026

Carlos Navarro - 12 Aug 2026 | 01:50

We break down all the details and instructions to enjoy the first semifinals of Jódar in a Masters 1000. Will he continue writing his tremendous story against Nakashima?

Nakashima finds the formula for his resurrection. Source: Getty
ATP Brandon Nakashima

Nakashima grows older: "I no longer feel like one of the young players on the circuit"

Fernando Murciego - 11 Aug 2026 | 21:27

The American quickly set aside Luciano Darderi and advanced to his first Masters 1000 semifinals. Minutes later, he met with the press to explain how it feels to break that ceiling.

Taylor Fritz, Jódar's rival in the Washington final. Photo: gettyimages
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Fritz reveals the key to his success in Washington: "Accepting oneself is vital in tennis"

Diego Jiménez - 2 Aug 2026 | 05:09

The Californian drew on character and competitive intelligence to secure his ticket to the final of the Washington tournament, where he will face Jódar.