19-Year-Old Spaniard Jodar Wins First Career ATP Title in Marrakech

Jodar, ranked 911th just a year ago, becomes the youngest champion in tournament history.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 6:50pm

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Spain's Rafael Jodar, 19, captured his first ever ATP tour title in convincing fashion, taking down Argentinian qualifier Marco Trungelliti in straight sets 6-3, 6-2 in the Grand Prix Hassan II final on Sunday in Marrakech, Morocco. Jodar, who was ranked 911th in the world just 12 months ago, became the first teenager to lift the trophy in Marrakech.

Why it matters

Jodar's rapid rise from an obscure ranking to an ATP champion at age 19 is an inspiring story of perseverance and talent development in professional tennis. His victory also marks a changing of the guard, with the 36-year-old Trungelliti making his own historic debut in a tour final as the oldest first-time finalist in over 30 years.

The details

Jodar came out firing, breaking Trungelliti's serve in the very first game after a lengthy six-deuce battle. He dominated the match, leading in winners 21-5 and saving the lone break point he faced. Jodar won 15 of 17 second serve points (88.2%) and converted 4 of 9 break points.

  • Jodar was ranked No. 911 in the world just 12 months ago.
  • The Grand Prix Hassan II final took place on Sunday, April 5, 2026.

The players

Rafael Jodar

A 19-year-old Spanish tennis player who captured his first career ATP title in Marrakech.

Marco Trungelliti

A 36-year-old Argentinian qualifier who was playing in his first career ATP final, becoming the oldest first-time finalist in over 30 years.

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What they’re saying

“Just 12 months ago, I was ranked 911th in the world. To win my first ATP title at 19 is a dream come true.”

— Rafael Jodar, ATP Champion

What’s next

Jodar's victory will propel him into the top 100 of the ATP rankings for the first time in his career, while Trungelliti will also make his top 100 debut on Monday as the oldest man to do so in over three decades.

The takeaway

Jodar's inspiring rise from obscurity to an ATP champion at just 19 years old is a testament to the continued development of young talent in professional tennis, and shows that with hard work and perseverance, even those far outside the top rankings can achieve their dreams of winning at the highest level.