Joao Fonseca has broken a major record held by Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz, announcing himself as one of the most exciting young talents in men’s tennis. The 18-year-old Brazilian has stormed through the early rounds of the 2025 Miami Open, reaching the third round and surpassing a four-year-old record set by Alcaraz in 2021.
Joao Fonseca breaks Carlos Alcaraz record
Fonseca’s journey to the third round of the ongoing Miami Open marks him as the youngest player to reach this stage at an ATP Masters 1000 event since Carlos Alcaraz did the same in Paris in 2021.
Fonseca’s victories over rising star Learner Tien and 19th seed Ugo Humbert have set up him with 10th seed Alex de Minaur in the third round. His run at Miami shows his ability and talent to perform at the highest level at just 18-years-old.
Following in Alcaraz’s footsteps
Carlos Alcaraz, long considered the future of men’s tennis, was one of the sport’s most anticipated stars. However, Fonseca has quickly captured attention with his remarkable rise, breaking Alcaraz’s record and proving that he is one of the sport’s most promising young players.
Like Alcaraz, Fonseca is only 18 years old, and his meteoric climb up the ATP rankings has placed him at a career-high 60th, after recently rising 20 spots.
A rising star with big potential
Fonseca’s performance at the Miami Open is just the latest achievement in his rapid rise through the tennis ranks. The Brazilian made waves at the end of 2024, winning the prestigious NextGen ATP Finals, and he followed that up with a victory at the Argentina Open, claiming his first ATP title.
Fonseca also made headlines at the Australian Open when he defeated Andrey Rublev, showcasing his potential against some of the ATP Tour’s top players.
His growing confidence and ability to perform under pressure have made him one of the most feared young players on the tour. As he prepares for his next challenge against De Minaur, Fonseca’s future in the sport looks incredibly bright.
Joao Fonseca’s record-breaking feat at the Miami Open signals the beginning of what promises to be an exciting career. With his impressive performances and rapid rise, Fonseca is poised to become one of the key players in men’s tennis for years to come.