Joao Fonseca remains focused on his game rather than his next opponent as he prepares for the third round of the French Open. With the possibility of facing either Gaël Monfils or Jack Draper, the young Brazilian made it clear that he does not have a preference between the two.
“Monfils or Draper in the next round? I have no preference,” Fonseca stated, showing confidence in his own abilities rather than worrying about who will stand on the other side of the net. His approach reflects a mindset often seen in top competitors—maintaining control over his own performance rather than being overly concerned with external factors.
Both potential matchups present unique challenges. Monfils, a French veteran with an electrifying playing style, could bring an energetic home-crowd atmosphere, while Draper offers a physical and aggressive game that can test any opponent. Fonseca, however, appears ready for whatever comes his way, determined to continue his strong run in the tournament.
Draper at the French Open, ranking, and results in 2025
Ranked world no.5 (career-high), Jack achieved a composed 23-6 record in 2025. Draper is playing at the French Open where he overcame the world no.68 Mattia Bellucci 3-6 6-1 6-4 6-2.
will play the world no.42 Gael Monfils in the 2nd round on Thursday at 8:15pm on Court PHILIPPE-CHATRIER. Their record is 1-0 for Draper.The Brit has won 1 title in 2025 in Indian Wells. Jack was the runner-up in Doha (Qatar ExxonMobil Open) and in Madrid (Mutua Madrid Open).
Fonseca at the French Open, ranking, and results in 2025
Currently ranked no.65, Joao has managed to achieve a compiled 25-8 match record in 2025. The Brazilian is currently competing at the French Open where he bested 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.
Joao conquered 3 titles in 2025 in the Canberra Challenger, Buenos Aires and the Phoenix Challenger.
Jack Draper and Joao Fonseca faced off just once. Their current record is 1-0 for Draper.