João Fonseca, the rising Brazilian tennis star, has been making waves in the tennis world with his impressive performances. As he prepares for the prestigious BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, Fonseca has been seen practicing with none other than Grigor Dimitrov, the former world number three. This practice session is a significant opportunity for Fonseca to hone his skills and gain valuable insights from a seasoned player like Dimitrov.
The practice session took place at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, where both players engaged in intense drills and rallies. Fonseca, known for his powerful groundstrokes and agility on the court, seemed to be in high spirits as he exchanged shots with Dimitrov. The Bulgarian, with his fluid playing style and experience, provided Fonseca with a challenging yet enriching practice session.
Fonseca’s participation in the Indian Wells tournament marks a crucial step in his career. The 18-year-old has been steadily climbing the ATP rankings and is eager to make a mark in one of the most significant events on the tennis calendar. Practicing with a player of Dimitrov’s caliber not only boosts Fonseca’s confidence but also exposes him to different playing styles and strategies.
As the tournament approaches, Fonseca’s fans and supporters are eagerly anticipating his performance. The young Brazilian’s dedication and hard work, coupled with the guidance from experienced players like Dimitrov, are expected to pay off. The Indian Wells campaign will undoubtedly be a test of Fonseca’s skills and resilience, and his practice sessions with Dimitrov are a testament to his commitment to excellence.
Grigor Dimitrov in 2025
WLWWWLLWLW Currently ranked no.15, the Bulgarian played his last match on the 25th of February when he had to retire when playing against world no.75 Christopher O Connell in the 1st round and the scoreline was 6-0 .
During this season the Bulgarian achieved a compiled 3-4 win-loss record. Grigor Dimitrov’s best performance of the present season was getting to the semifinal in Brisbane.
Joao Fonseca in 2025
LWWWWWLLWW Currently the world no.80, Fonseca played his last match on the 18th of February when he capitulated to world no.44 Alexandre Muller 6-1 7-6(4) in the 1st round in Rio De Janeiro (draw).
Currently, during this season Fonseca achieved a compiled 14-3 record. Joao has won 2 titles in 2025 in the Canberra Challenger and Buenos Aires.
Grigor Dimitrov and Joao Fonseca have never faced off.
