Joao Fonseca to make UTS debut at UTS Rio presented by XP

Brazilian superstar Joao Fonseca will make his UTS debut in front of his home fans at the 11,000-seater Maracanazinho stadium next month, joining a stellar line-up for UTS Rio presented by XP.

“I am super excited to confirm that I will compete in UTS Rio in July,” said Fonseca, who has been given the UTS nickname The Rocket thanks to his exhilarating shotmaking. “I can’t wait to play in front of my home crowd, especially in the iconic Maracanazinho arena that is loved by the Cariocans! I saw incredible pictures of the last UTS in France, the atmosphere looked fantastic and I’m sure Brazilians will love this UTS format as well.”

UTS Rio takes place on July 16, 17 and 18 and will feature eight superstars of men’s tennis competing for a prize-money purse of $1,237,000, with the winner taking home $400,000 after three days of fast-paced, thrilling tennis played in UTS’s innovative, fan-friendly format.

Fonseca joins in-form Argentinean Francisco Cerundolo, champion of last week’s prestigious HSBC Championships at Queen’s Club, and Australian maestro Nick Kyrgios. Former world No. 13 Ugo Humbert and British star and former Wimbledon semi-finalist Cameron Norrie, who has previously won an ATP Tour title in Rio, are also in the strong field, with three more players to be announced in the coming days.

Widely regarded as one of the most exciting young players in men’s tennis, Fonseca attracts huge, noisy crowds wherever he plays. He is already a household name in his sports-mad homeland, and fans flock to see his matches clad in Brazil football shirts and waving national flags.

Stay tuned for updates on the three remaining players of the roaster and updates on the draw. Ticketing is open here.