Young Spaniard Nadal Secures Spot in Cincinnati Last 16 After Dominant Win

Rafael Nadal, the 19‑year‑old Spaniard, booked his place in the Cincinnati Open round of 16 by overwhelming Alejandro Tabulo 6-2, 6-1. The win adds to his impressive 2026 season, placing him alongside Carlos Alcaraz and Ben Shelton as the youngest Spaniards to reach this stage in the tournament. Nadal will meet world No.10 Feliciano Coboli, who earlier survived a three‑set fight against Alexander Blocks, winning 7-5, 4-6, 7-5.