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Bu Yunchaokete defeats Rafael Jodar at the 2026 US Open

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Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Bu Yunchaokete defeats Rafael Jodar at the 2026 US Open

Summary

Bu Yunchaokete became the first lucky loser in the Open Era to defeat a top-15 seed at a major tournament by overcoming Rafael Jodar on Wednesday at the 2026 US Open. Replacing Thanasi Kokkinakis in the draw after the Australian withdrew with an ankle and calf injury, the 24-year-old secured a straight-sets victory of 6-2, 6-1, 6-1. This result marks the first Grand Slam match win for Yunchaokete in seven career appearances. Jodar, the tournament's 12th seed and world No. 13, failed to gain momentum throughout the contest. Yunchaokete now moves to the second round, where he is set to face either Fabian Marozsan or Michael Zheng.

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By the Numbers

•Bu Yunchaokete advanced to the second round with a 6-2, 6-1, 6-1 win.
•The match was Yunchaokete's first career win at a major tournament.
•Yunchaokete entered the draw as a lucky loser replacing Thanasi Kokkinakis.
•The 12-seeded Rafael Jodar exited the tournament in the first round.
•Yunchaokete will play either Fabian Marozsan or Michael Zheng in the next round.

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