Spain’s Rafael Godar, USA’s
Taylor Fritz Advance to Washington Tennis Final

Washington, 2 Aug 2026 (ONA) — Rising
Spanish star Rafael Godar continued his meteoric ascent in the world of tennis,
securing his place in the final of the men’s singles competition at the
Washington Open.

Godar claimed a thrilling victory
over Chile’s Alejandro Tabilo, prevailing 6–7 (6–8), 6–4, 6–4 in the semifinal
round.

The 19-year-old Godar has reached
the final of an ATP 500-level tournament for the first time in his career,
marking the most significant final appearance of his young professional
journey.

With this win, Godar leveled his
head-to-head record against Tabilo at one win apiece, having previously lost to
the Chilean at the BNP Paribas Open.

With this victory, Godar set up a
final clash with American Taylor Fritz, who defeated compatriot Brandon
Nakashima in the other semifinal in Washington.

The 28-year-old Fritz, who had
saved a match point in the quarterfinals, overcame another challenge in the
U.S. capital by defeating Nakashima 6–3, 3–6, 6–3 in the semifinal.

The American advanced to the
Washington final for the first time in his career and the fourth time this
season, following previous finals in Dallas, Stuttgart, and Halle.

— Ends/AH