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Joao Fonseca, the 19-year-old Brazilian tennis sensation, was celebrated with a heartwarming birthday chorus from hundreds of fans at Arthur Ashe Stadium after a thrilling exhibition match. His rapid rise in world tennis marks him as one of the sport’s brightest future stars.
Highlights
- Fonseca celebrated his 19th birthday in style at the US Open.
- The crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium joined together to sing “Happy Birthday.”
- Teamed up with Juan Martín del Potro in an exhibition clash against Andy Roddick and Alex Michelsen.
- Secured an 11-9 victory in a thrilling match tie-break.
- Currently ranked World No. 44, the top-ranked Brazilian player.
- He became the youngest Brazilian ever to capture an ATP title in the Open era, achieving the feat at the Argentina Open.
Young Brazilian tennis sensation Joao Fonseca received a birthday celebration to remember at the US Open. On his 19th birthday, fans at the iconic Arthur Ashe Stadium joined in chorus to sing for him, creating a memorable moment that highlighted his growing popularity and charisma on the world stage.
The occasion followed a special exhibition match where Fonseca partnered with Argentine legend Juan Martín del Potro. The duo faced off against former US Open champion Andy Roddick and American NextGen prospect Alex Michelsen. In a spirited contest that had the crowd on its feet, Fonseca and del Potro edged out their opponents with a nail-biting 11-9 match tie-break victory.
After the win, the announcers revealed it was Fonseca’s birthday, prompting the stadium crowd to break into song, celebrating the teenager who has quickly become one of tennis’s most exciting young stars.
Fonseca’s rise in the sport has been nothing short of spectacular. As of mid-August, he climbed to a career-high World No. 44, making him the top-ranked Brazilian player even before turning 20. Earlier this year, he etched his name into history as the youngest Brazilian to win an ATP title in the Open era, claiming his maiden crown at the 2025 Argentina Open.
With talent, confidence, and the support of fans worldwide, Joao Fonseca is not just a promising player but a beacon of hope for Brazilian tennis. His 19th birthday celebration at the US Open was more than a personal milestone—it was a glimpse into the bright future of a player destined to leave a lasting mark on the sport.
