Davidovich and Jodar Reach Shanghai Masters Final

Zverev and Medvedev Exit Shanghai Masters in Semifinal Upsets

The 2026 Shanghai Rolex Masters delivered a staggering double upset on Saturday, Oct. 17, as top-seeded Alexander Zverev and fifth-seeded Daniil Medvedev both crashed out in the men’s singles semifinals. World No. 2 Zverev fell to Spanish 25th seed Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, while Spanish rising star Martín Jódar stunned Medvedev in straight sets, setting up an unexpected all-Spanish title clash.

Davidovich Fokina Overcomes Zverev’s Fast Start

Alexander Zverev looked firmly in control early in the opening match on Saturday, claiming the first set 7–5 against Alejandro Davidovich Fokina. The German star couldn’t sustain his momentum, however, as Davidovich Fokina mounted a fierce counterattack. The Spanish player stabilized his baseline game to take the next two sets 6–4, 6–3 and complete the comeback.

“I initially felt some nerves, but I kept fighting and chasing every single ball,” Davidovich Fokina said after the match. The victory extends his winning streak on the China swing to nine matches, hot on the heels of his ATP 250 title win at the Chengdu Open. The result also propels Davidovich Fokina into his first Masters-level final in four years.

Zverev Cites Fatigue and Injury After Defeat

Alexander Zverev revealed following his exit that he stepped onto the court carrying physical issues.

“I urgently need a rest now,” Zverev said. “I played this tournament carrying some injuries and fatigue. Losing today to a player who performed at that level is something I can accept.”

Jódar Stuns Medvedev in Straight Sets

In the second semifinal, 20-year-old Spaniard Martín Jódar delivered a breakout performance against world No. 6 Daniil Medvedev. The opening set featured high drama when Medvedev challenged a disputed line call, briefly threatening to walk off the court before the chair umpire reviewed the video replay. Jódar maintained his composure to protect his break and capture the first set 6–3.

Medvedev struck back early by breaking serve in the opening game of the second set, but Jódar immediately recovered. The young Spaniard surged ahead with a crucial break in the seventh game and closed out the match 6–4. World No. 13 Jódar—who started the season ranked 168th—reached his maiden ATP 1000 final with the 6–3, 6–4 victory.

Medvedev Battles Humidity and Opponent’s Return Game

Playing through a humid, draining evening session, a visibly fatigued Daniil Medvedev acknowledged that his younger opponent simply executed better in the crucial moments.

“It wasn’t easy, I got pretty tired, but that’s part of the sport,” Medvedev said. “I think he was tired too, but he handled it better than I did. He returned much better than me tonight. He is a great player.”

An All-Spanish Final Awaits in Shanghai

With both heavy favorites eliminated, the Shanghai Masters men’s singles championship will feature an entirely Spanish showdown. Alejandro Davidovich Fokina and Martín Jódar will meet for the trophy, guaranteeing a new Masters champion will be crowned on the hard courts of Shanghai.

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