Cameron Norrie surged into his inaugural semi-final of the 2026 season after delivering a dominant 6-1, 6-0 demolition of Bernard Tomic at the Los Cabos Open. The British contender had endured a six‑match losing streak before traveling to Mexico, yet he managed to string together three consecutive straight‑set victories, positioning himself for a quarter‑final showdown with the defending champion, Denis Shapovalov. Tomic entered the tournament as a lucky loser, having fought his way through the qualifying rounds to claim a spot in the main draw.
He managed to hold serve in the opening game, but the momentum swiftly shifted as Norrie broke his opponent’s serve and proceeded to win the next twelve games in a row. The entire match lasted just fifty minutes, underscoring the one‑sided nature of the contest. Reflecting on his performance, Norrie said, "I’m pleased with the result. I was very solid, I returned well, I made a lot of tough balls when I needed to, and I kept him moving.
I enjoyed the match, and it’s nice to go to bed a little bit earlier." He added that the French Open had been a challenging period, noting, "It was a tough one at the French Open. I overtrained a little bit, but good learning.
And then I lost a couple of tough matches at Wimbledon and Queen’s, and it was a while for me to get my confidence back." The British player emphasized how important the win was for his self‑belief: "To get a win here meant a lot. I took a lot of confidence from that and I was just able to play, not thinking about too much, just enjoying myself." His comments illustrate a renewed sense of calm and focus after a string of disappointing results earlier in the season. Norrie’s next opponent will be the only other seeded player remaining in the draw, Denis Shapovalov of Canada.
Shapovalov advanced to the semi‑finals by defeating Dalibor Svrcina in straight sets, showcasing the form that helped him capture the title last year. "I watched his match," Norrie remarked about Shapovalov. "He’s really confident at the moment.
He’s obviously the defending champion, so he likes the conditions a lot. And when he’s confident, he’s one of the toughest guys in the world to play." Despite acknowledging Shapovalov’s strengths, Norrie stressed his own preparation: "But I’m going to focus on myself, enjoy tonight, and get ready for tomorrow." This mindset underscores his intention to stay present and avoid being overwhelmed by the reputation of his opponent. The other semi‑final on the Los Cabos stage will feature Hong Kong’s Coleman Wong against Frenchman Arthur Gea, who pulled off an upset over third seed Francisco Cerúndolo.
Meanwhile, across the United States at the DC Open in Washington, Naomi Osaka staged a comeback victory over Italy’s Elisabetta Cocciaretto, winning 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 to book her place in the semi‑finals. Osaka’s win marked the first occasion this year that she recovered from a set down, and she will now face either Elina Svitolina or Alexandra Eala on Saturday.
Osaka praised the supportive atmosphere, saying, "The fans have helped me out a lot. It feels like home!" She also described the match as grueling: "It was a rough match. I just wanted to fight and compete as hard as I could." The four‑time Grand Slam champion’s resilience adds another compelling storyline to the tournament.
Top seed Jessica Pegula continued her strong run by defeating Anna Kalinskaya 6-3, 7-5, securing a place in the semi‑finals where she will meet Diana Shnaider. Shnaider earned her spot after a straight‑set victory over compatriot Liudmila Samsonova, 6-3, 6-4, setting up a clash between two of the tournament’s most in‑form players. The Los Cabos Open, alongside the DC Open, has become a focal point for tennis fans seeking high‑quality action outside the traditional Grand Slam calendar. Sky Sports provides live coverage of both events, offering streaming options through its app and the NOW platform without contractual obligations.
Viewers can also access match highlights, expert analysis, and behind‑the‑scenes features via Sky Sports’ various digital channels. In summary, Cameron Norrie's emphatic victory over Bernard Tomic not only halted a recent slump but also propelled him into a high‑stakes semi‑final against a confident and seasoned Denis Shapovalov. The tournament continues to deliver a mix of surprise upsets, comeback stories, and emerging talent, promising an exciting finish for fans worldwide.