Pablo Carreño, world number 89, has qualified for the round of 16 of Roland-Garros 2026 after defeating Argentine Thiago Tirante in four sets with a score of 7-6(0), 7-5, 3-6, and 6-4. The Asturian returns to the second week of a Grand Slam almost four years after his last notable participation and will play an intergenerational Spanish duel against Rafa Jódar.
Carreño had already achieved victories against Jiri Lehecka in his debut and against Thanasi Kokkinakis, who retired with the match tied, thus consolidating his run to this stage. The Asturian player is a two-time quarter-finalist at Roland-Garros (2017 and 2020).
Rafa Jódar arrives after a long match
Rafa Jódar, 19 years old, reaches the round of 16 after a five-set match against Alex Michelsen, with a final score of 6(2)-7, 7-6(5), 6-4, 3-6, and 3-6. The match showed Jódar's resilience and ability to maintain concentration in difficult conditions, including two tie-breaks and changes of pace.
The next match between Jódar and Carreño ensures the presence of at least one Spaniard in the quarter-finals of the tournament, with a marked generational contrast between Carreño's experience and Jódar's potential.
Schedule and where to follow the match
The round of 16 match will be played on Sunday, May 31st, on the second court of Suzanne-Lenglen court, after the women's match between Sorana Cirstea and Xiyu Wang. The match is expected to start around 12:30 PM, Spanish and local time in Paris, depending on the duration of the previous match.
The match can be followed in Spain through:
- Television: Eurosport
- Streaming / Digital: HBO Max
Additionally, Eurosport.es will offer updated information and live commentary of the match's development.