Alex De Minaur added a touch of humor to his Miami Open triumph by signing “Rio Open” on the camera lens after defeating Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca in a thrilling three-set match. The Australian player, seeded 10th, battled through a partisan crowd that passionately supported Fonseca, creating an electric atmosphere reminiscent of a home match for the Brazilian.
De Minaur’s playful gesture came after an intense contest where he showcased his resilience and mental strength, overcoming Fonseca’s powerful shots and the vocal crowd to secure a 5-7, 7-5, 6-3 victory. The lighthearted signature was a nod to the overwhelming Brazilian presence in the stands, which made the Miami match feel like it had been transported to South America.
The moment highlighted De Minaur’s ability to embrace the unique dynamics of the match while maintaining his focus and determination. His victory not only earned him a spot in the fourth round but also left fans with a memorable and amusing post-match moment.
Alex De Minaur the Tenacious 🇦🇺‼️🙌
Def Joao Fonseca & thousands of Brazilian fans 5-7 7-5 6-3 in 2 Hrs 31 Min
Just an insane effort to withstand the body blows and exuberance of the 18 year old sensation!
Physically outlasting his opponent
R4 vs Berrettini next
“Rio Open” pic.twitter.com/Y3Bz9g4Gsn
— TennisONE App (@TennisONEApp) March 25, 2025
De Minaur in Miami, ranking, and results in 2025
Now ranked no.11, Alex owns a compiled 17-5 match record in 2025. De Minaur is participating in Miami where he conquered Unknown Player bye, the world no.69 Bu Yunchaokete 6-4 6-4 and the world no.60 Joao Fonseca 5-7 7-5 6-3.
Alex De Minaur will face the world no.30 Matteo Berrettini in the 4th round on Tuesday at 4:00 pm on GRANDSTAND. Their actual head to head record is 2-2.
Alex got to the final in Rotterdam (ABN AMRO Open).
The Australian won 9 titles in his career: 7 on hard courts and 2 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Joao Fonseca in 2025
LWWWWWWWLW Ranked no.60 (career-high), Joao played his last match on the 24th of March when he was defeated by world no.11 Alex De Minaur 5-7 7-5 6-3 in the 3rd round in Miami (draw).
This season the Brazilian has achieved a composed 22-5 match record. Joao has won 3 titles in 2025 in the Canberra Challenger, Buenos Aires and the Phoenix Challenger.
Alex De Minaur and Joao Fonseca played each other only on 1 occasion. Their actual record is 1-0 for De Minaur.
