Camilo Ugo Carabelli Falls as Rafael Jódar Reaches First ATP Final
Rafael Jódar advanced to his first ATP final after a commanding semifinal win in Marrakech. Camilo Ugo Carabelli fell in straight sets, 6-2 and 6-1.
Match details
Jódar imposed his game from the first ball. His serve was sharp and his forehand produced fast winners.
He broke early and closed the opening set 6-2 without facing a break point. A quick double break decided the second set.
Carabelli, nicknamed “El Brujo”, tried to vary heights and bring his opponent to the net. Fatigue from a previous battle against Peru’s Ignacio Buse limited his intensity.
Rankings and milestones
The 19-year-old from Madrid entered the top 100 for the first time earlier this week. He now sits at ATP No. 73.
Jódar is the second-youngest player in the event, behind Brazil’s João Fonseca. Camilo Ugo Carabelli will rise to No. 61, gaining six places.
Final set-up
Jódar will face fellow Argentine Marco Trungelliti in the final. Trungelliti reached the match as a qualifier and is ranked No. 117.
Both players are enjoying career weeks. Trungelliti is set to enter the top 100 after this tournament.
Quick facts
- Location: Marrakech, Morocco.
- Semifinal score: Jódar def. Carabelli 6-2, 6-1.
- Jódar age and ranking: 19 years old, ATP No. 73.
- Carabelli ranking change: moves to No. 61 (+6).
- Final opponent: Marco Trungelliti, ATP No. 117, qualifier.
The match report and ranking updates are provided by Filmogaz.com.
