Fonseca to take break, to skip ATP Asian leg tour
Fonseca has had a mixed 2026 season. | Photo Credit: Getty Images
Fonseca has had a mixed 2026 season. | Photo Credit: Getty Images
Brazil’s Joao Fonseca announced he will miss the final Asian leg of the ATP tour to prioritise mental and physical recovery after a gruelling season that had its highs and lows.
On one hand, the Brazilian stole the spotlight at the French Open after defeating Novak Djokovic in the third round on his way to the quarterfinals. But on the other, Fonseca has had to grapple with injury concerns which forced him to miss the US Open.
The 20-year-old, one of the most promising young talents on the ATP tour, wrote on Instagram: “2026 has been a very challenging year for me. On top of everything the profession demands, a series of injuries ended up taking me out of important tournaments and keeping me from playing the way I would like to.
“I talked a lot with my team, and we came to the conclusion that the best decision right now is to listen to my body, give my mind and body a break, and skip the Asian swing.”
The 20-year-old marked his return to action in Brazil’s 3-1 victory over Switzerland. He beat Dominic Stricker 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 to get his country off to a winning start in Rio de Janeiro.
He beat Dominic Stricker 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 to get his country off to a winning start in Rio de Janeiro.
“I made a huge effort to return and represent Brazil in the Davis Cup, but I still need more time,” the world number 28 added.
“I know that’s just part of an athlete’s life, but even so, it’s still frustrating.”
Fonseca will miss the ATP 500 event in Tokyo, which will run from September 30-October 6, and the Shanghai Masters over the following fortnight.
Earlier this year, the South American suffered recurring back problems which led to his elimination in the first round of the Australian Open.
Published on Sep 22, 2026
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