Follow us on Google Discover The long-awaited clash between world number one Carlos Alcaraz and rising star Joao Fonseca will finally happen at the end of the season.
It was announced that the Brazilian will take on the Spaniard at the Miami Invitational, an exhibition event set to take place in December.
Fans expected to see the two face off on day three of the Laver Cup, but Fonseca was not picked by captain Andre Agassi to feature for eventual champions Team World on the final day of the tournament.
Ahead of their first career meeting in Miami, the 19-year-old predicted how the bout will go down and revealed what Alcaraz is really like behind the scenes.
Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images for Laver CupJoao Fonseca previews his first meeting with Carlos Alcaraz
As per Brazilian outlet ‘Estadao‘, Fonseca said: “Having the opportunity to gain experience from these great players is the main thing for me.
“Even in a short conversation, we can have a great exchange. It will be a day with lots of lessons, really cool, especially with a guy like him, with whom I’ve always had a good relationship.
“Whenever we cross paths, we greet each other and chat a little; he’s a really great guy. He encourages us a lot to believe and stay motivated to become better players.
“He’s a tennis player who represents very well a way of handling things calmly, always smiling, but at the same time dedicating himself and working hard.
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“I believe it’s going to be quite lively, with a really cool vibe. Both of us really enjoy playing with the crowd, the entertainment, so I think it’s going to be fun.
“I hope there’s more support for my side and that there are lots of Brazilians present, but I’m sure the vibe on the court will be great either way.”
Joao Fonseca’s results against ATP top ten players in 2025
Though he has never faced Alcaraz at a tour-level event, Fonseca has had some experience against top-ten players in 2025.
At the Australian Open earlier this year, he triumphed over then-world number nine Andrey Rublev in straight sets.
His next top-ten clash came against Jack Draper at Roland Garros, where, despite his best efforts, he was beaten comfortably by the Briton.
In June, Fonseca played ATP number four Taylor Fritz at the Eastbourne Open and forced the American to a decisive third set, but ultimately walked away empty-handed.