Don’t be shocked if it feels like a lively festival when Joao Fonseca faces Miomir Kecmanovic at the US Open this Monday afternoon.
The 19-year-old Fonseca, celebrating his birthday just a few days ago, has quickly become one of the most thrilling young players in tennis. After an impressive debut season on the ATP Tour, he’s already a household name back in Brazil.
The stands are sure to be dotted with fans in bright yellow, and, let’s be honest, Brazilians really know how to make their voices heard at big sporting gatherings.
These supporters are optimistic Fonseca will deliver a strong performance on Monday, coming in as a -175 favorite against Kecmanovic.
US Open: Joao Fonseca vs. Miomir Kecmanovic
| Player | Odds |
|---|---|
| Joao Fonseca | -175 |
| Miomir Kecmanovic | +137 |
This will be Fonseca’s official debut at the US Open. While he did reach the third round of qualifying last year, it’s certainly not as extensive an experience as Kecmanovic, who has made seven appearances at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.
However, Kecmanovic has not considered this particular tournament among his best. He’s struggled here, never getting past the second round at this Grand Slam, a pattern that seems to hold across all the major tournaments.
In fact, he’s made it to the fourth round only twice in 26 tries in big events, which may not necessarily be a huge advantage against someone as formidable as Fonseca.
Fonseca did have his ups and downs towards the end of the season, but that’s pretty usual for young players during their first full year on tour. It’s a tough grind, but one might think he will find his footing and feel energized for his debut in New York City.
With the crowd rallying behind him, Fonseca could overwhelm Kecmanovic.
Play: Joao Fonseca -175
