The Argentina Open 2026 semifinals will see an exciting lineup of matches featuring Tomás Etcheverry against Francisco Cerúndolo, and Sebastián Báez battling Luciano Darderi. This event marks a significant moment for Argentine tennis, as it will have three Argentine players in the semifinals for the first time in 17 years. Notably, while Darderi was born in Argentina, he represents Italy after moving there at a young age.

All semifinalists have proven their mettle by overcoming challenging opponents to reach this stage. Etcheverry clinched his spot by winning against Chilean Alejandro Tabilo with a score of 1-6, 6-3, 6-4. Meanwhile, Cerúndolo advanced by defeating Czech player Vit Kopriva, who had previously eliminated Italian Matteo Berrettini in the earlier rounds. Báez secured his victory in an all-Argentine confrontation, showcasing the competitive spirit that dominates this tournament.

As the Argentina Open continues to garner attention, the strong presence of local players adds to the excitement, not only fostering national pride but also enhancing the visibility of tennis in Argentina. The upcoming matches promise to be thrilling, with the potential for at least one Argentine finalist continuing a trend of strong performances in recent years.