"It's a shame to have beaten a Brit," Fonseca reflects on his first victory at Wimbledon

le 01/07/2025 à 09h54

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Joao Fonseca played his first main-draw match at Wimbledon this Monday. Facing Jacob Fearnley, the Brazilian won 6-4, 6-1, 7-6.

After the match, he shared how much he loves this tournament and expressed regret over defeating a local player: "At the start of the match, we were both very nervous, just focusing on serves with no rallies.

I worked hard and believed I could play good tennis. I think the key is to work hard, believe, and dream. I’m very happy to have the opportunity to play here.

It means a lot. This is a special tournament for me. It’s been my favorite Grand Slam since childhood. It’s a pleasure to be here. It’s a shame to have beaten a Brit, but a big thank you to all the fans for their support."

In the next round, Fonseca will face Jenson Brooksby.

Fonseca Joao

24e, 1635 points

Fearnley Jacob

71e, 787 points

Fearnley J

Fonseca J

Brooksby J

Wimbledon

Draw

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I love tennis

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why did tennis tonic void predictions on the match between Chwalinska and Huergo at the Quito tournament? The match was played to completion and on time. If TT feels the match is one sided, and of course it was, then don't put it up for prediction. This is getting irritating.

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The finals are here, and we scramble for the best finish. I've been chasing "King" all year and I was able to shrink the spread a little. Skelp is also closing the gap.

Seasons best to all the regulars in our league.

Will you all be back in the new year.?

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Steffi Graf completed a Golden Slam (not just a career Grand Slam) when she was 19. She is the only person to accomplish that, winning the four majors plus Olympic gold the same calendar year.

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