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WATCH: Joao Fonseca stuns Ugo Humbert, ignites Miami Open 2025 crowd with jubilant celebration

The young tennis sensation also talked about how he executed forehand and backhand shots in the game, which allowed him to dominate his pace.

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Joao Fonseca's Explosive Performance

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Tennis teenage sensation Joao Fonseca has stormed into the third round of the Miami Open 2025 in Florida after his blistering win over Ugo Humbert with a scoreline of 6-4, 6-3 in the second round of the prestigious tournament.

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What next for Joao Fonseca in the Miami Open 2025?

The star player is now set to face a daunting task in the next battle. He will be facing Aussie star player Alex de Minaur, and as the two-star players aim to book a pre-quarterfinal berth.

The 18-year-old star player had a great start to the game and dominated the pace since the first set of the game. The Brazilian star was also seen smacking two stellar forehand shots that baffled Humbert in the game and allowed him to take an early lead.

Fonesca then continued his winning form and took advantage of Humbert's unforced error in the showdown to mark a thrilling straight-sets win.

How have fans adored Fonseca's win?

Joao Fonesca erupts in a jubilant celebration after his win over sensational player Ugo Humbert. The Brazilian shared a warm embrace with his opponent before shaking hands with the chair umpire in the game.

Thereafter, the Brazilian went onto the court, raised his hand, and waved towards the crowd. The fans present on the court also stood up and applauded him for his stellar win.

Watch his celebration here:

Fonseca opened up on his stellar win over Ugo Humbert!

Meanwhile, Joao Fonseca has opened up about his tactical skills and the pragmatic approach he used in the game. The young sensation also talked about how he executed forehand and backhand shots in the game, which allowed him to dominate his pace.

“When the crowd is with any player, they are more hyped. I started the match today super relaxed, with no nerves. My backhand today was pretty good and I had the chance to play more aggressively with my forehand. I didn’t let him have opportunities on my serve [either],” said Fonseca. 

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