Sebastian Korda’s Japan Open run has been promising, with the young American powering into the quarterfinals. He swept aside Japanese wild card Sho Shimabukuro to secure his place in the last eight, and the delight extended beyond the court as his girlfriend, Ivana Nedved, celebrated his performance with a heartfelt reaction online.
How Did Sebastian Korda’s Girlfriend Ivana Nedved React to His Japan Open 2R Win?
Korda’s Asian Swing began on a disappointing note with a second-round exit at the Hangzhou Open. Yet, upon arriving in the Japanese capital, he appeared resolute and has carried that determination into his performances so far. He opened his campaign with a hard-fought 4-6, 6-3, 7-6(4) victory over compatriot Marcos Giron.
Korda turned his attention to the second round against home favorite Sho Shimabukuro and looked in complete control throughout. The World No. 74 stormed through the opening set 6-1 and carried that momentum into the second, sealing a 6-4 win. The victory marked his fourth quarterfinal appearance of the season, setting up an all-American clash with Taylor Fritz.
Korda on cruise control 🏎️
@SebiKorda gets past Shimabukuro 6-1 6-4 to book a fourth ATP QF this season!#kinoshitajotennis pic.twitter.com/6xtKQzVbyj
— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) September 26, 2025
Korda’s girlfriend, Ivana Nedved, was in the stands at the Ariake Coliseum, cheering him on as he powered into the quarterfinals. She later captured his post-match celebration with the crowd and shared the moment online, pairing it with a message.
“Just happy things in Japan,” she wrote, and Korda later re-shared her Instagram story.
Korda and Nedved went public with their relationship in 2021, and four years later, the couple continued to cherish each other’s company, something on display at the Japan Open. Nedved has also built her path in the sports industry, earning a bachelor’s degree in Events, Sports and Entertainment (Luxury Brand Management) from the Glion Institute and a master’s in International Marketing from King’s College London.
A constant presence courtside, she has often shown unwavering support for Korda and remains a significant figure as he forges ahead in his tennis career.
Korda’s Path Ahead Would Be Tough, As Taylor Fritz’s Japan Open Challenge Awaits
Korda will next face compatriot and World No. 5 Taylor Fritz, who indeed would be a tough challenge for the 25-year-old. The odds are stacked against him, with Fritz leading in their head-to-head encounters.
They have met three times on tour, with Fritz holding a 2-1 head-to-head advantage, giving him a psychological edge heading into their clash. Fritz has also been in strong form recently, reaching the US Open quarterfinals and playing a key role in Team World’s Laver Cup triumph.
Fritz in form! 👌@Taylor_Fritz97 takes out Borges 7-5 7-6 to advance into a 65th career quarter-final @japanopentennis | #kinoshitajotennispic.twitter.com/mKkY7M4OKw
— ATP Tour (@atptour) September 26, 2025
Riding his momentum into Tokyo, he edged past Nuno Borges to secure a spot in the quarterfinals. Despite trailing in both sets, he struck 29 winners to 25 unforced errors, sealing a 7-5, 7-6(4) victory in one hour and 54 minutes.
