Joao Fonseca has captured the attention of tennis fans worldwide with his remarkable run at Roland Garros, advancing to the third round in his Grand Slam debut. The 18-year-old Brazilian has displayed maturity beyond his years, defeating Hubert Hurkacz and Pierre-Hugues Herbert in straight sets to secure his place in the tournament’s later stages.
Fonseca’s success has sparked excitement among Brazilian supporters, with many drawing comparisons to Gustavo Kuerten, the three-time French Open champion. His aggressive shot-making and composure under pressure have been key factors in his victories, and his ability to thrive on clay has reinforced his reputation as a rising star.
Reflecting on his journey, Fonseca acknowledged the significance of his achievement while remaining focused on his development. He expressed gratitude for the support he has received and emphasized his desire to continue improving his game. His next challenge will be against Jack Draper, a formidable opponent who has praised Fonseca’s potential and expects him to be a regular presence in the latter stages of major tournaments.
Fonseca at the French Open, ranking, and results in 2025
Ranked world no.
65, the Brazilian has a 25-8 match record in 2025. The Brazilian is currently 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.Joao Fonseca will compete against the world no.5 Jack Draper in the 3rd round on Saturday at 4:00 pm on Court SIMONNE-MATHIEU. Their record is 1-0 for Draper.
Joao conquered 3 titles in 2025 in the Canberra Challenger, Buenos Aires and the Phoenix Challenger.