Rafa Jodar advances to quarter-finals at Roland Garros after comeback win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 1:02 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Rafa Jodar is into the quarter-finals at Roland Garros after defeating Pablo Carreño Busta in a five-set match, recovering from two sets down to win 4-6, 4-6, 6-1, 6-2, 6-2. Jodar, a 19-year-old Spaniard, will now face Alexander Zverev for a spot in the semi-finals. Attention has also focused on a rule in Jodar's player box, where only team members can sit next to his father, who serves as his coach and manager. Jodar prefers a quiet tournament routine, limiting activities outside the hotel and court.
- •Jodar defeats Carreño Busta after trailing two sets to none.
- •Next match is against Alexander Zverev for a semi-final spot.
- •Only team members allowed next to his father in the player box.
- •Jodar values a simple routine during tournaments.
- 1:02 PMYahoo Sports — Rafa Jodar reveals why nobody can sit next to his father at Roland Garros
"Rafa Jodar’s breakthrough run at Roland Garros has brought fresh attention to one strict rule involving his player box. The 19-year-old Spaniard is into the quarter-finals in Paris after coming from two sets down to beat Pablo Carreño Busta 4-6, 4-6, 6-1, 6-2, 6-2.
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