NewzSpain's Rafael Jodar in action during his singles round of 16 match on day seven of the Montreal Masters. I needed to stay focused and go for it when I had opportunities. My level is growing with each match and I'm trying to make the most of it."ATP number 22 Darderi will be playing in an ATP-leading 10th quarter-final of the season after earning his 30th victory of 2026.Darderi will be playing in his second Masters last-eight of the season after achieving the quarters last May at home in Rome.The 24-year-old overcame more than 40 winners off the racquet of his Portuguese opponent, starting his comeback in the second set with a 5-2 lea…
Itay's Luciano Darderi in action during his singles round of 16 match on day seven of the Montreal Masters. "I like the conditions here and the crowd helped me in the third set."I deserved this win. I've improved my hardcourt game a lot.
I try to play every match at full power. Paying well on hard is good for me after starting (my career) on clay."
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