taro daniel
The gist
Japan's Taro Daniel, ranked 193, is playing through the ATP Hangzhou Open draw in China.
At 33, the former world No. 58 is grinding to rebuild his ranking.
How it unfolded
- Aug 25, 2026Daniel lost to Andrew Johnson 6-2, 2-6, 4-6 in the first round of US Open qualifying.
- Sep 22, 2026Daniel defeated Jake Delaney 6-3, 6-4 in the first round of Hangzhou Open qualifying.
- Sep 23, 2026Daniel faced Hayato Matsuoka in the qualifying final; Daniel was ranked 193, Matsuoka 249.