Joao Fonseca couldn't help but shed tears of joy and emotion at the awards ceremony following the doubles final, where he was crowned champion alongside his compatriot Marcelo Melo. The Brazilian has become the first tennis player under 20 years old to win a doubles title since Federer did so in 2001 and received the love of all his fans. In his champion's speech, he showed his ambition and confidence for the future. "Someday I will win this tournament in singles. But for now, winning in doubles is great," he said.
Joao Fonseca: First teenager to win a doubles title above ATP 250 level since Roger Federer in 2001 🌟@RioOpenOficial pic.twitter.com/zqaDqQLGkr
— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) February 22, 2026
Fonseca also crying during the speech.
— José Morgado (@josemorgado) February 22, 2026
"I will win the singles trophy here one day. But for now, the doubles is great!" pic.twitter.com/Qm09VN3DPR
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