{
  "id": 717458,
  "title": "Nakashima reaches Canadian Open final, eyes first Masters 1000 title",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/nakashima-reaches-canadian-open-final-eyes-first-masters-1000-title",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-13T00:42:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Channel News Asia",
    "slug": "channel-news-asia",
    "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/nakashima-reaches-canadian-open-final-eyes-first-masters-1000-title-6316156"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Brandon Nakashima secured his place in the Canadian Open final on Wednesday, defeating Spain's Rafael Jodar 7-6(3) 6-4. The American is just one match away from claiming his maiden Masters 1000 title ahead of the U.S. Open. Nakashima showcased his serve early, taking the opening-set tiebreak when Jodar's deep backhand volley sailed long. The American had to endure a grueling match, needing five match points before delivering a powerful serve that even the highly-rated Spanish teenager couldn't quite reach. The Montreal final will be a showdown between two Americans, as Nakashima, the 28th seed, will face either Learner Tien, the 12th seed, or the fifth-seeded Ben Shelton, who will battle later on Wednesday.",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Channel News Asia",
        "title": "Americans Shelton, Nakashima to meet in Canadian Open final",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/americans-shelton-nakashima-to-meet-in-canadian-open-final",
        "published": "2026-08-13T00:42:33.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}