Australian Open 2025 Men’s Second Round: Joao Fonseca vs. Lorenzo Sonego preview, prediction, and live stream details
Joao Fonseca stunned the world on his Grand Slam debut at the Australian Open by beating Andrey Rublev in straight sets.
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The Australian Open 2025 is in full swing, and it looks like we could have storylines outside of the expected names this year. Joao Fonseca is the name on the lips of every tennis fan in Melbourne at the moment. The Brazilian young powerhouse announced himself on Tuesday (January 14) with a stunning display against Andrey Rublev.
Now, he is set to face Lorenzo Sonego in the second round of the Australian Open. The Italian power hitter is trying to make a name for himself on the Grand Slam stage. His country already boasts many high-profile names on the women’s and men’s circuits, such as Jannik Sinner and Jasmine Paolini. However, he wants to add his flair to Italian tennis.
Will Fonseca’s lack of experience at this level prove costly against Sonego? Or will the storyline gain a new chapter at Melbourne Park? The results will be there for everyone to see on Thursday (January 16).
Joao Fonseca vs. Lorenzo Sonego : Match Details
- Tournament: Australian Open 2025
- Match: Joao Fonseca vs. Lorenzo Sonego
- Date: January 16, 2025
- Venue: Melbourne Park, Melbourne
- Round: Second Round
- Time: N/A
- Surface: Outdoor hard court
Joao Fonseca vs. Lorenzo Sonego : Match Preview
The tennis world is still amazed by Joao Fonseca’s stunning performance against ninth seed Andrey Rublev. Fonseca has been in excellent form recently. In December, he won the Next Gen ATP Finals. Earlier this month, he claimed his second ATP Challenger title in Canberra. Last week, he qualified for the Australian Open without dropping a set.
With his confidence soaring, Fonseca delivered a brilliant performance against Rublev. The Brazilian played with power and precision on Margaret Court Arena. He hit strong shots from both sides and overpowered his opponent. The crowd cheered loudly as the World No. 112 showcased his talent.
Meanwhile, Lorenzo Sonego is building his own success story. The Italian defeated former Australian Open champion Stanislas Wawrinka in four sets. The win has given him a boost of confidence heading into the next round.
Sonego will be aware of Fonseca’s impressive skills. The young Brazilian has shown he can compete with the best. Their second-round clash promises to be an exciting contest.
Joao Fonseca vs. Lorenzo Sonego : Match Prediction
This will be the first head-to-head meeting between Joao Fonseca and Lorenzo Sonego. This gives the young Brazilian a key advantage, as his opponent does not have a winning record against him.
Fonseca will undoubtedly approach this match with no expectations, just as he did against Andrey Rublev. Given his impressive form from the Next Gen ATP Finals to the Australian Open qualifiers and now the main draw, it wouldn’t be surprising if he pulls off another remarkable performance.
Sonego is a tough competitor and has troubled many top-tier players in the past. However, unlike previous occasions where he was the underdog, he enters this match as a slight favorite. This is where Fonseca has another opportunity to capitalize.
Match Prediction: Joao Fonseca to win in four sets.
Joao Fonseca vs. Lorenzo Sonego: Live Stream Details
- USA – Tennis Channel
- UK – Eurosport
- Canada – TSN, RDS
- Australia – Channel 9, Stan Sport
- India – Tennis TV
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