Rafa Jodar defeated João Fonseca 7-6, 4-6, 6-1 in Madrid to achieve the spherical of 16 of a Masters occasion for the primary time.
The match was shut early on, with each gamers sharing the primary two units. Jodar received an in depth first set, misplaced the second, after which took over within the last set to seal the win in entrance of the house crowd.
The 19-year-old continues a powerful run of kind. He has now received 11 of his final 12 matches, together with his first top-10 win within the earlier spherical.
After the match, Jodar spoke about how tight the competition was and gave credit score to his opponent.
“It was very powerful. João is all the time a really powerful participant. These matches are determined by very small particulars and really small factors. I believe I did a fantastic job in these factors, making an attempt to play my sport.”
He additionally praised Fonseca’s progress this season.
“He’s a really younger participant, a fantastic participant. I want him one of the best of luck for the remainder of the season and his profession.”
Jodar additionally spoke about his personal stage and what comes subsequent.
“I’m very, very pleased with my stage. I’ll attempt to recuperate properly and take into consideration the following match.”
This outcome marks one other step ahead for Jodar as he continues his run in Madrid.
