Fonseca reveals the key to his growth on grass: "You have to play with courage"

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Joao Fonseca continues to take giant steps at Wimbledon 2026. The Brazilian secured his spot in the third round after a convincing victory over Jesper de Jong (6-1, 7-5, 6-4) and, post-match, he explained why he is increasingly feeling more comfortable on a surface that historically requires an adaptation period. For the 19-year-old, the key has a very clear name: bravery.

"It has been one of the best matches I have played on grass. I felt very good with the movement, serve, return, and net approaches. Additionally, the mindset was very strong from the beginning," Fonseca summarized after his victory.

The Brazilian believes that grass demands competing with a different attitude. "On this surface, you have to be brave. You can't be afraid of sliding or moving. If you hesitate, the ball ends up overwhelming you. Courage is required constantly," he explained. He also recalled that, given the rapid nature of the court, every detail becomes significantly important. "There are very few chances to break serve, so you must maintain concentration throughout the entire match," he added.

How does Joao Fonseca manage the media pressure as a future star?

Fonseca was also asked about handling the increasing anticipation surrounding him in a setting like Wimbledon. Far from feeling overwhelmed, he stated that balance off the court is crucial. "The people around me are what help me the most. I am sharing a house with my family and entire team, which makes me happy on and off the court," he confessed.

This stability allows him to face pressure naturally. "I just try to stick to my routine. We train over and over so that when the match comes, everything flows automatically. If you are happy off the court, then performing well on it becomes much easier," Fonseca concluded as he continues to establish himself as one of the big revelations of Wimbledon 2026. His opponent in the third round will be Roman Safiullin.

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