Rafael Nadal, Fonseca and ATP

Daily Dose of Social Media: From tennis lessons to standing ovations - Big day for Rafael Nadal at Next Gen ATP Finals
Rafael Nadal stole the spotlight during his visit to the Next Gen ATP Finals, where he interacted with children, received ovations, and learned about a unique anecdote involving Joao Fonseca from almost 15 years ago.
How ATP Next Gen Finals winner Joao Fonseca was molded by both Roger Federer & Rafael Nadal
Joao Fonseca became the second-youngest player to ever win the ATP Next Gen Finals. The Brazilian hotshot defeated American Learner Tien to win the Next Gen crown in Jeddah.
Brazil's Joao Fonseca, 18, captures Next Gen ATP Finals title with Rafael Nadal watching on
The future is Joao! Eighteen-year-old Brazilian Joao Fonseca completed a perfect week at the Next Gen ATP Finals with a 2-4, 4-3 (8), 4-0, 4-2 victory over American Learner Tien on Sunday, becoming the second-youngest champion in the seven-year history of the competition.
14 years after meeting Rafael Nadal, Next Gen star Joao Fonseca recreates photo with Spaniard
Fonseca, 18, is hailed as one of the rising stars in world tennis with the Brazilian rising to his career-best ranking of 145
Watch: Rafael Nadal attends Next Gen ATP Finals in Jeddah
Back in January, the 22-time Major winner Rafael Nadal became an ambassador of the Saudi Tennis Federation. Rafa agreed to promote tennis in this country and visit if a couple of time a year with his coaches.
Joao Fonseca to play for Next Gen ATP Finals title a day after reconnecting with Rafael Nadal
The 18-year-old will look to complete an undefeated run against Learner Tien, whom he beat in the round-robin phase.
ATP Next Gen Finals: Joao Fonseca and Learner Tien to face off in Saudi Arabia
The ATP Next Gen Finals in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia will conclude with Joao Fonseca taking on Learner Tien for the title Sunday December 22. A reminder of the draw: favorite and world No. 20 Arthur Fils of France faced the Czech,
Brazilian teen Joao Fonseca aims to win Next Gen ATP Finals in Jeddah
Eighteen-year-old Brazilian tennis sensation Joao Fonseca is poised to clinch the Next Gen ATP Finals title in Jeddah, aiming to emulate his idol, Jannik Sinner. Fonseca, who trained with Sinner, exudes confidence ahead of his final clash against American Learner Tien.
Why it's worth following João Fonseca, Brazil's tennis promise, in 2025
The 18-year-old tennis player stood out in his first year as a professional and has qualities that indicate his potential to ...
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Rafael Nadal's vital presence among rising stars pointed out by second-youngest Next Gen ATP Finals champ Joao Fonseca in moving message
Joao Fonseca expressed gratitude to Rafael Nadal for his presence during the Next Gen ATP Finals final. The 18-year-old won the title with a victory over Learner Tien in Jeddah on Sunday, ...
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Brazil’s Fonseca downs Tien, follows Sinner as landmark NextGen champion in Jeddah
Joao Fonseca became the second youngest champion of the NextGen ATP tournament when he defied his lowly ranking of 145 to ...
Tennis star, 18, asks for help from his parents after winning £397k tournament
Tennis star Joao Fonseca has admitted he will ask his parents for help after winning more than £397,000 at the Next Gen ATP ...
Joao Fonseca follows Jannik Sinner as landmark Next Gen champion
The Brazilian, 18, is the youngest champion since Sinner claimed the title at the same age five years ago. Read more at ...