Jodar beats Musetti again 6-4, 6-3 to reach Canadian Open Rd 4
Synopsis
Rafael Jodar beat Lorenzo Musetti for the second time in seven days — this time at the Canadian Open Masters 1000 — to become only the second teenager this decade to reach the fourth round in Montreal. With an ATP Finals spot in his crosshairs, Jodar's Montreal run is shaping up as the defining fortnight of his breakout season.
Key Takeaways
Rafael Jodar defeated Lorenzo Musetti 6-4, 6-3 in 1 hour 35 minutes on 7 August in Montreal.
It was Jodar's second win over Musetti in seven days , having beaten him in Washington the previous week.
Jodar hit 14 forehand winners with only 10 unforced errors ; Musetti made 21 unforced errors .
Jodar is only the second teenager to reach the fourth round at the Canadian Masters 1000 this decade, after Learner Tien in 2025 .
He next faces eighth seed Jiri Lehecka and is currently 11th in the ATP Live Race To Turin .
Rafael Jodar defeated Lorenzo Musetti 6-4, 6-3 in 1 hour and 35 minutes on 7 August to advance to the fourth round of the Canadian Open in Montreal, repeating his victory over the Italian from just seven days earlier. The win underlines Jodar's rapid rise as one of the most dangerous teenagers on the ATP Tour this season.
A Second Win Over Musetti in Seven Days
Jodar had already dispatched Musetti in the quarter-finals of the ATP 500 event in Washington last week, where the Italian was then ranked a former World No. 5. Back-to-back victories over the same opponent within a week is a rare feat at this level, and it signals a clear shift in momentum between the two players. Musetti, still working his way back to full fitness after an injury layoff, has yet to find his rhythm on his return.
How the Match Unfolded
Musetti made a promising start, leading 2-0 in the first set, but the opening game alone took him 11 minutes to hold — a telling sign of the struggles ahead. Jodar's heavy baseline hitting gradually wore down the Italian's resistance, and when Musetti failed to convert two break points at 4-3, the momentum swung decisively. Jodar broke to love to close out the first set.
The second set followed a similar pattern. Musetti attempted to disrupt Jodar's rhythm with drop shots, but a 26-shot rally in the third game — which ended with a Musetti backhand volley miscue — proved a turning point. In the eighth game, Jodar unleashed one of the biggest forehands of the night to hold for 5-3, and Musetti was broken again to seal the match.
Statistically, Jodar hit 14 forehand winners and committed just 10 unforced errors, compared to Musetti's 7 forehand winners and 21 unforced errors — a margin that tells the story of the match.
Historic Milestone for the Young Spaniard
With this victory, Jodar became only the second teenager to reach the fourth round at the Canadian ATP Masters 1000 this decade, following 19-year-old Learner Tien, who achieved the feat in 2025. The milestone adds further weight to Jodar's status as one of the most compelling young talents in men's tennis.
What's Next for Jodar
The Spaniard will next face eighth seed Jiri Lehecka, who dispatched Alexander Blockx 6-3, 6-4 in his third-round match. Jodar is chasing his second title of the season in Montreal and currently sits 11th in the ATP Live Race To Turin, with an ATP Finals debut firmly in his sights for later this year.
Point of View
However, is Musetti: 21 unforced errors and a game that took 11 minutes to hold in the opening set point to a player still carrying the mental weight of his injury layoff, not just the physical. For Jodar, Montreal is a genuine title opportunity, but the ATP Finals qualification race is the bigger story — a deep run here could lock up a Turin spot before the US Open swing even begins.
NationPress
7 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the result of the Jodar vs Musetti match at the Canadian Open?
Rafael Jodar defeated Lorenzo Musetti 6-4, 6-3 in 1 hour and 35 minutes on 7 August at the Canadian Open in Montreal, advancing to the fourth round.
Has Jodar beaten Musetti before?
Yes. Jodar beat Musetti in the quarter-finals of the ATP 500 event in Washington just one week earlier, making the Canadian Open victory his second win over the Italian in seven days.
What milestone did Jodar achieve with this win?
Jodar became only the second teenager to reach the fourth round at the Canadian ATP Masters 1000 this decade, following 19-year-old Learner Tien who achieved the feat in 2025.
Who does Jodar play next in Montreal?
Jodar will face eighth seed Jiri Lehecka in the fourth round. Lehecka reached the last 16 by beating Alexander Blockx 6-3, 6-4.
What is Jodar's ATP Finals standing?
Jodar currently sits 11th in the ATP Live Race To Turin and is targeting his ATP Finals debut later this year, with a strong Montreal run potentially securing his place.
