Miami, FL – In an electrifying third-round battle at the Miami Open, Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur fought back from a set down to defeat Brazilian rising star Joao Fonseca with a score of 5-7, 7-5, 6-3. The match, filled with intensity and high-quality shot-making, kept the crowd on the edge of their seats as both players displayed remarkable resilience and skill.
The 18-year-old Fonseca, who was making his ATP Masters 1000 debut, came into the match with significant momentum after stunning 19th seed Ugo Humbert in the previous round. Riding the wave of strong Brazilian support in the stands, Fonseca started confidently, securing the first set 7-5. His powerful groundstrokes and fearless shot selection troubled the experienced de Minaur, who struggled to find his rhythm early on.
However, the world No. 10 showed why he is one of the most consistent players on tour. De Minaur raised his level in the second set, producing a series of impressive defensive plays to break back at a crucial moment and edge out a 7-5 win. As the match progressed into the deciding set, Fonseca began to show signs of fatigue, allowing de Minaur to capitalize with a crucial break and eventually close out the match 6-3.
With this victory, de Minaur secured his 17th win of the season, tying him with Felix Auger-Aliassime for the most match wins in 2025. After the match, de Minaur acknowledged the electrifying atmosphere created by Brazilian fans by humorously signing the camera lens with “Rio Open :)”, highlighting the intense yet enjoyable competition.
Despite the loss, Fonseca’s remarkable run in Miami has caught the attention of the tennis world. The young Brazilian expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming support, stating, “I felt really [like I was] in Brazil.”
De Minaur now advances to the fourth round, where he will face Matteo Berrettini in another highly anticipated matchup.
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