A defeat always hurts, but nothing compares to when that defeat comes at home, in front of your people, where expectations and desire are higher than anywhere else. Joao Fonseca eliminated in the round of 16 of the Rio Open 2026, leaving the draw without Brazilians much earlier than expected. And who managed to achieve this feat? The Peruvian Ignacio Buse, a skilled tennis player who soars on the court when he is on fire. The Peruvian showed pride to turn around the first set (5-7, 6-3, 6-4) and break the local idol's heart.
Day Results
- [8] T Etcheverry d. (Q) V Gaubas: 76 64
- M Berrettini d. (LL) D Lajovic: 36 64 62
- (LL) J Faria d. D Dzumhur: 76 64
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