Spanish tennis player Rafa Jódar earned approximately $243,165 (211,272 euros) as the runner-up at the Mubadala DC Open in Washington, according to official tournament prize money distributions. The 19-year-old from Leganés fell to world number nine Taylor Fritz in the final on Monday, ending a run that saw him climb to 15th in the ATP rankings.
Taylor Fritz Secures Washington Title Over Rafa Jódar
Taylor Fritz defeated Rafa Jódar 7-6 (2), 6-4 in a final that lasted 1 hour and 49 minutes. The match took place under intense sun on the Washington hard courts after rain forced organizers to postpone the Sunday schedule until Monday.
Fritz stopped the Spaniard from claiming his second title of the year. Jódar had previously secured a victory in Marrakech, Morocco, earlier this season. The American’s victory prevents Jódar from adding a Washington trophy to his resume during what has been a rapid ascent in the professional circuit.
Financial Breakdown of the Mubadala DC Open
The total prize pool for the Mubadala DC Open was $2,469,450 (2,145,566 euros). The distribution of these funds is tiered based on the stage of the tournament reached by the competitors.
The champion’s share is set at $455,920 (396,123 euros). As the subcampeón, Jódar takes home $243,165, which converts to 211,272 euros. This payout contributes to a career total exceeding 2 million dollars in prize money, according to official ATP records, since Jódar began appearing in ATP tournaments in 2026.
A Meteoric Rise in the ATP Rankings
The financial gain is mirrored by a significant shift in global standings. Jódar began the year ranked 168th and now sits at number 15 in the world. This climb is the result of a consistent string of victories leading up to the Washington final.
To reach the final, the 19-year-old navigated a challenging draw, defeating the following opponents:
- First Round: Arthur Fils
- Quarterfinals: Lorenzo Musetti
- Semifinals: Alejandro Tabilo
For a player who only recently entered the ATP tournament level, reaching the top 15 marks him as one of the rising talents in Spanish tennis.
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