Brazilian tennis player João Fonseca is set to take to the court again this Wednesday (17th) to face American Jenson Brooksby, currently ranked 101st in the world and the runner-up at the recent ATP event in Eastbourne.
Brooksby reached the second round of the tournament after defeating Dutch player Tallon Griekspoor with a convincing score of 6-2, 7-5, 6-3 in his opening match.
The winner of this match will go on to compete against the victor of the match between American Learner Tien and Chilean Nicolas Jarry.
Jenson Brooksby, born on October 26, 2000, in Sacramento, California, began playing tennis at the age of four. He was non-verbal autistic up to that age and underwent intensive therapy. Turning professional in 2021, Brooksby initially did not participate in official college matches due to injuries. His unique counter-attacking style, which includes ball redirection and endurance in rallies, quickly gained attention on the tour.
In his debut professional year, Brooksby won three tournaments and earned the title of “ATP Newcomer of the Year,” finishing with an impressive record of 49-12. He reached the finals in Newport and was a semifinalist in Cincinnati, becoming the youngest American to reach the US Open final stages since Andy Roddick.
In 2022, Brooksby achieved his career-high ranking of 33rd in the world, with notable performances in tournaments like Dallas and a victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas in Indian Wells, also making it to the top 16 in Miami.
However, 2023 was a challenging year for Brooksby, as he faced an 18-month suspension for missing doping tests post-Australian Open—this was later reduced to 13 months on appeal—and underwent two wrist surgeries. He made a triumphant return by winning his first ATP title in April 2025 in Houston, after entering the tournament from the qualifying rounds, starting at 507th in the rankings, and becoming the third lowest-ranked ATP champion since 1990.
In addition to the 2025 Houston title, Brooksby has built a notable career that shows resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
As João Fonseca prepares to go against Brooksby, fans are hopeful for a thrilling match that highlights both players’ tenacity and skill. This face-off not only presents an opportunity for Fonseca but also showcases Brooksby’s impressive comeback story, bringing a sense of excitement and resilience to the tournament atmosphere.