Jódar Falls to Cobolli at Cincinnati Despite Strong Showing

Spanish teenager Rafael Jódar fell just short against French Open finalist Flavio Cobolli in the Cincinnati Open fourth round, losing 4-6, 7-6 (3), 6-3. Despite the defeat, the 19-year-old continued his impressive rise up the ATP Tour rankings.

Jódar, who was ranked No 540 in August 2025 and began the 2026 season at No 165, is solidifying himself as one of the most promising young players on the tour during a turbulent year in men's tennis marked by Carlos Alcaraz's extended injury layoff. esporist.org