Joao Fonseca Loses In First Round Of Rio Open

Teenage sensation Fonseca loses in the first round in Rio days after winning his first ATP title
Teenage tennis sensation João Fonseca frustrated his home fans at the Rio Open in a first-round loss two days after winning his first ATP title.
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The home star Joao Fonseca failed to make an impression at the ATP 500 event in Rio. The 18-year-old competed in front of the home fans two days after lifting his first ATP trophy in Buenos Aires. The Brazilian failed to extend the winning streak following a 6-1,
Joao Fonseca Loses In 1st Round Of Rio Open
Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca suffered a disappointing loss in the first round of his hometown tournament, the Rio Open.
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