Spanish prodigy Jodar clashes with reporter after surprising US Open defeat
Spanish rising star Rafael Jodar found himself in a heated exchange with a journalist after his unexpected first‑round loss to Chinese lucky‑loser Bu Yunchaokete at the US Open on Wednesday. The 19‑year‑old, who entered the tournament as the 12th seed and was heralded as one of the sport's most promising talents, was knocked out in straight sets, 6‑2, 6‑1, 6‑1, in what turned out to be his debut …
Sept. 3, 2026, 1:35 a.m.