'The new Rafa': Rafael Jodar is captivating the French Open crowds


Rafael Jodar is emerging as one of the French Open’s early crowd favorites after a dominant Roland Garros debut. The 19-year-old Spaniard, now ranked No. 29 after being No. 707 last year, beat Aleksandar Kovacevic 6-1, 6-0, 6-4 and dropped only five games. The surge has made him a notable new name in the tournament and drawn Rafa comparisons from fans.

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