Rafael Jodar vs Denis Shapovalov Preview & Prediction | 2026 Cincinnati Open | Second Round
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Rafael Jodar takes on Denis Shapovalov in the second-round of the Cincinnati Open.
Ranking points: ATP 1000
Start date/time:
Venue: Lindner Family Tennis Center, Mason, USA
Surface: Outdoor hard
How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – Tennis Channel
How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / USA – Tennis Channel
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Rafael Jodar vs Denis Shapovalov prediction
Rafael Jodar was unable tor reach back-to-back finals as he lost in the last four of the Canadian Open to Brandon Nakashima in straight sets. Nevertheless, it has already been an incredible North American hard court swing for the teenager, and he’s now into the top 10 of the rankings for the first time in his career. Jodar has eight wins from his last 10 matches.
He received a bye in the first-round and now faces Denis Shapovalov. The Canadian began his campaign with a straight sets win over Adrian Mannarino. Shapovalov made a quick start and recovered from going a break down in the second to win 6-1 6-4 after one hour and 25 minutes. He saved five out of six break points overall.
Shapovalov does lead the head-to-head 1-0 after a dominant win over Jodar in Dallas earlier this year. However, Jodar has already made rapid progress in a short space of time, and he should be capable of avenging that defeat with a victory here.
Rafael Jodar vs Denis Shapovalov tip: Under 21.5 games
