João Fonseca Confirmed for 2026 Rio Open as Second Announced Entrant

Overview

• Tournament organizers confirmed Fonseca’s entry on Oct. 7 for the ATP 500 event scheduled Feb. 14–22 at the Jockey Club Brasileiro in Rio de Janeiro.
• He is the second player announced for the 12th edition, joining Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti as an early confirmed name.
• Fonseca described the Rio Open as “very special” and said he is excited to compete again in front of family, friends and Brazilian fans.
• In 2025 he climbed to No. 43 with his first ATP title in Buenos Aires, a Next Gen ATP Finals crown, multiple Challenger wins and match victories at all four Grand Slams.
• His connection to the event includes attending the 2014 inaugural edition, serving as a 2022 sparring partner with sessions alongside Carlos Alcaraz and Matteo Berrettini, debuting in the main draw in 2023, reaching the 2024 quarterfinals and losing in the 2025 first round.