In an electrifying display of talent and determination, 18-year-old Brazilian Joao Fonseca clinched the 2024 Next Gen ATP Finals title in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The young star defeated American Learner Tien in a thrilling four-set match, finishing with a score of 2-4, 4-3 (10-8), 4-0, 4-2.
Fonseca, the youngest and lowest-ranked player in the tournament, won all five of his matches to secure the championship. His journey to the title was marked by impressive victories over higher-ranked opponents, including a marathon tie-break win against Arthur Fils and a hard-fought battle against Jakub Mensik.
The Next Gen ATP Finals is a prestigious tournament for male players aged 21 and under, and Fonseca’s victory makes him the second-youngest winner of the event, following Jannik Sinner, who won in 2019. Fonseca’s remarkable performance throughout the tournament has put him on the radar as a future star in the world of tennis.
With this win, Fonseca not only made history but also showcased his potential to become a dominant force in professional tennis. His tenacity and skill have earned him a well-deserved place among the sport’s rising stars.
Joao Fonseca in 2024
Currently the world no.145, Joao played his last match on the 22nd of December when he overcame world no.122 Learner Tien 2-4 4-3(8) 4-0 4-2 in the final in the Next Gen ATP Finals to win his 2nd challenger.
This year Joao has managed to achieve a composed 37-23 match record. Joao has won 1 title in the Lexington Challenger. Joao reached the final in the Asuncion Challenger.