Tiafoe and Cobolli to Clash for Acapulco Glory
The 2026 Abierto Mexicano Telcel presentado por HSBC in Acapulco will culminate in a compelling final between Frances Tiafoe and Flavio Cobolli on Saturday, February 28th. Both players secured their spots after hard-fought semifinal victories, setting the stage for a captivating championship match.
Semifinal Results
Frances Tiafoe overcame a challenging match against his compatriot, Brandon Nakashima, rallying to win 3-6, 7-6(6), 6-4. Tiafoe, currently ranked No. 28, faced early setbacks but demonstrated resilience, securing a crucial break in the second set and ultimately prevailing in a tiebreaker. He continued his momentum in the deciding set, breaking early and maintaining control to reach the final. ATP Tour
Flavio Cobolli also battled through a three-set match, defeating Miomir Kecmanović 7-6(5), 3-6, 6-4. Cobolli, the fifth seed, initially struggled with his serve but recovered to win the first set in a tiebreaker. Kecmanović responded by taking the second set, but Cobolli regained his form in the third, securing key breaks to earn his place in the final. Tennis Majors
Match Details
The final will be held at the Arena GNP Seguros in Acapulco, a venue with a capacity of over 10,000 spectators, which has hosted the event since 2022. LiveScore
- Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
- Time: 6:30 PM local time
- Location: Arena GNP Seguros, Acapulco
Broadcast Information
The final will be broadcast live on ESPN and available for streaming on Disney+. Tennis.com
Prize Money and Ranking Points
The tournament offers a total prize purse of $2,469,450. The champion will receive $461,835 and 500 ATP ranking points. In doubles, the winning team will share $151,690 and also earn 500 points. Tennis.com
Looking Ahead
Both Tiafoe and Cobolli will be vying for their biggest career titles to date. The match promises to be a thrilling conclusion to a week of competitive tennis in Acapulco.