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Jodar's Comeback Seals Top 20 Ranking
1 Aug
Summary
- Rafael Jodar secured a Top-20 ATP ranking after winning his quarterfinal match.
- The young Spaniard climbed from World No. 540 to guarantee a career-high ranking.
- Jodar overcame a deficit to defeat fourth seed Lorenzo Musetti in three sets.
Rafael Jodar has secured a career-high ranking, guaranteed to enter the Top 20 of the PIF ATP Rankings on Monday. This breakthrough comes after his hard-fought victory over fourth seed Lorenzo Musetti in the quarter-finals of the Mubadala DC Open. Jodar rallied from a set down to win 1-6, 6-1, 6-4, advancing to the semi-finals.
The 19-year-old's progression highlights an exceptional breakthrough season. Just last August, Jodar was ranked World No. 540, and he began the current season at No. 168. His win against Musetti propelled him to No. 19 in the PIF ATP Live Rankings, surpassing his previous career-best position. Jodar's serve proved effective, winning 77% of points on his first serve and not facing break points after the opening set.
