Nakashima Reaches Final at National Bank Open

American Brandon Nakashima is in his first ATP Masters 1000 final.

Brandon Nakashima beat Rafael Jodar to reach the National Bank Open final.

Nakashima won 7-6, 6-4 against Jodar in the semifinal.

Nakashima controlled the match, winning 68% of his first serves. He put 85% of his first serves into play.

Jodar won only 51% of his second serves and lost in two hours. He showed frustration during the match.

Rybakina beat Osaka, and Gauff advanced after Bencic withdrew.

Jodar's loss ends his great run. He reached the D.C. Open final last week. He is 19 years old.

Jodar has done well in his first season, with a 30-13 record. He was ranked 11th before the match.

The match ended with a game of long rallies while Nakashima served for the win.

Jodar tried to stay in the match, but Nakashima stopped him. Nakashima then won the match on his third try.

Nakashima will play an American in the final, either Ben Shelton or Learner Tien.

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