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Rafael Jodar reaches Canadian Open semi-finals, closing in on top 10 rank

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 9:40 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Rafael Jodar reaches Canadian Open semi-finals, closing in on top 10 rank
Summary

Rafael Jodar, 19, advanced to the semi-finals of the Canadian Open in Montreal after defeating Arthur Fils 7-6 (7-5), 6-3. This win positions Jodar 11th in the ATP rankings, just outside the top 10. If he wins his next match against Brandon Nakashima, he would break the record for the fastest rise to the top 10 in men's tennis history, achieving it in 140 days. Jodar's rapid ascent has surpassed that of many modern greats, having already secured a title this year and impressive Grand Slam results.

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  • •Jodar is currently ranked 11th in ATP rankings.
  • •He defeated Fils to reach the semi-finals at the Canadian Open.
  • •A win against Nakashima would secure a top 10 ranking for Jodar.
  • •He has one tour title from the Grand Prix Hassan II.
  • •Jodar's rise has outpaced many well-known players in tennis history.
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  • 9:40 PMBBC Sport — Jodar on verge of smashing record for fastest rise to top 10
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The teenage Spaniard's rise to the top of tennis is set to be faster than the sport's modern greats

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