Joao Fonseca was spotted meditating before his second-round match at the French Open, taking a moment to center himself ahead of a crucial showdown. The young Brazilian, known for his composed demeanor on court, appeared focused and relaxed as he embraced the practice of mindfulness before stepping into competition.

Athletes across various sports have increasingly turned to meditation as a tool for maintaining mental clarity and emotional balance, and Fonseca’s approach reflects the growing emphasis on psychological preparation in tennis. With the pressures of a Grand Slam event weighing on every player, moments of stillness can serve as an important counterbalance to the intensity of competition.

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Fonseca at the French Open, ranking, and results in 2025

Currently the world no.65, Fonseca has a composed 25-8 win-loss record in 2025. The Brazilian is competing at the French Open where he defeated the world no.28 Hubert Hurkacz 6-2 6-4 6-2

and the world no.147 Pierre-Hugues Herbert 7-6(4) 7-6(4) 6-4.

The Brazilian conquered 3 titles in 2025 in the Canberra Challenger, Buenos Aires and the Phoenix Challenger.