Landaluce Stuns Korda, Advances to Miami Open Quarterfinals

MIAMI – The 2026 Miami Open has witnessed a major upset as Spanish qualifier Martin Landaluce has reached the quarterfinals, defeating Sebastian Korda in a thrilling three-set match. Landaluce, ranked No. 151, will face Jiri Lehecka in the next round.

Landaluce’s Unexpected Run

Landaluce’s victory over Korda on March 24, 2026, marks a significant milestone in his career. He saved a match point during the 2-6, 7-6(6), 6-4 win, becoming the lowest-ranked men’s quarterfinalist at the tournament since 1994. Prior to this tournament, Landaluce had not secured a tour-level win in 2026.

ATP Tour “World No. 151 Martin Landaluce is the lowest-ranked men’s Miami quarter-finalist since No. 185 Jim Grabb in 1994.”

The 20-year-old Spaniard has already defeated Karen Khachanov earlier in the tournament, solidifying his status as one of the most unexpected contenders remaining in the draw.

Latin American Presence in Miami

Landaluce’s win adds to the Latin American flavor at the Miami Open. Argentina’s Francisco Cerúndolo also advanced to the quarterfinals with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over Ugo Humbert. Cerúndolo previously upset Daniil Medvedev.

Though, not all Latin American players found success. Argentina’s Tomás Martín Etcheverry lost to Tommy Paul 6-1, 6-3.

Match Schedule – March 25

The quarterfinal matches for March 25 (Spanish time) include:

• Elena Rybakina vs. Jessica Pegula (quarterfinals): 6:00 PM
• Martín Landaluce vs Jiri Lehecka (quarterfinals): 8:00 PM
• Aryna Sabalenka vs Hailey Baptiste (quarterfinals): 12:00 AM (March 26)
• Frances Tiafoe vs Jannik Sinner (quarterfinals): 1:00 AM (March 26)
• Francisco Cerúndolo vs Alexander Zverev (quarterfinals): 1:00 AM (March 26)
• Coco Gauff vs Karolina Muchova (semifinals): 1:00 AM (March 26)
• Tommy Paul vs Arthur Fils (quarterfinals): 1:30 AM (March 26)

Earlier results from the Spanish dawn of Wednesday, March 25 include:

• Ugo Humbert vs Francisco Cerúndolo (4-6, 3-6)
• Quentin Halys vs Alexander Zverev (6-7, 6-7)
• Belinda Bencic vs Coco Gauff (3-6, 6-1, 3-6)

How to Watch

The Miami Open can be viewed on Movistar+ through its Vamos channel, Movistar Plus, or Movistar Deportes. Live coverage and updates are also available on MARCA.com.

My grandmother,” Landaluce replied when asked what was on his mind after claiming the win. “She [would have been] 101 last week, and she passed away a few months ago. I wanted to give her the victory.” ATP Tour