Rafael Jódar confronts scrutiny after outburst at ball boy in Shanghai
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 10:15 PM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
Rafael Jódar received a code violation for unsportsmanlike conduct at the Shanghai Masters on October 14. He cursed at a ball boy while requesting a towel after losing the first set. Chair umpire Jimmy Pinoargote issued the warning, acknowledging Jódar's frustration but emphasizing proper conduct toward ball kids. Following the incident, Jódar apologized and continued in the tournament, eventually reaching his first Masters 1000 final against Alejandro Davidovich Fokina on October 18, where he lost after winning the opening set.
- •Jódar lost the first set against Botic van de Zandschulp 6-7(4).
- •He went on to win the match 6-4, 6-2.
- •Jódar reached the final against Alejandro Davidovich Fokina on October 18.
- •He lost the final 6-1, 6-7(5), 4-6.
- 10:15 PMYahoo Sports — Rafael Jódar faces growing scrutiny after foul-mouthed exchange with ball boy
"Rafael Jódar received a code violation for cursing at a ball boy in Shanghai, reigniting debate over respect for ball kids.
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