Luciano Darderi vs Brandon Nakashima Preview & Prediction | 2026 Canadian Open (National Bank Open presented by Rogers) | Quarter-Final
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Consecutive three-set victories for both Luciano Darderi and Brandon Nakashima has led to the two meeting for a place in the semi-finals at the Canadian Open.
Ranking points: ATP 1000
Start date/time:
Venue: IGA Stadium, Montreal, Canada
Surface: Outdoor hard
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Luciano Darderi vs Brandon Nakashima prediction
Luciano Darderi kept his composure and got the job done in a tense round of 16 encounter with Nuno Borges of Portugal. The Italian came from a set down for a second match running, winning 7-5 in the final frame to underline his ability to come through in the clutch. It was particularly impressive how Darderi found a way to win despite giving up 17 aces.
That statistic especially, is one that will interest USA’s Brandon Nakashima, who racked up 16 aces of his own in a three-set victory over Arthur Rinderknech last time out. Nakashima is notoriously good on the hard court where he can utilise his power to maximum effect. If he was to gain a one-set lead in this match, then it’s hard to see Darderi pulling off a third straight comeback.
Ultimately, Nakashima is a better player on a hard court and has beaten Darderi once already on this surface. It’s worth backing him to do the same again here and reach a second ATP semi-final in the space of less than a month.
Luciano Darderi vs Brandon Nakashima tip: Brandon Nakashima to win
