Joao Fonseca Wins Next Gen ATP Finals with Unbeaten Run

The 18-year-old Brazilian defeated Learner Tien in Jeddah, becoming the second-youngest champion in the tournament's history.

Joao Fonseca triumphed in the Next Gen ATP Finals, defeating American Learner Tien 2-4, 4-3(8), 4-0, 4-2 in the final to complete an undefeated 5-0 run.
Fonseca, ranked 145th in the world, is only the second-youngest player to win the tournament, joining past champions like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz.
The Brazilian earned over $526,000 in prize money and credited his mental and physical growth throughout the year for his success.
Fonseca's victory was witnessed by tennis legend Rafael Nadal, who inspired the young player and recreated a photo with him from 14 years ago.
After his breakthrough win, Fonseca expressed aspirations to emulate Sinner and Alcaraz by reaching world number one and competing in Grand Slams.