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Fonseca Eyes Rio Redemption Against Monteiro After Injury

2/17/2026

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Joao Fonseca, ranked No. 38, aims to rebound from a disappointing Argentina Open in Rio.
He faces Thiago Monteiro in his first Rio Open match.
Fonseca has fully recovered from a lower back injury and is confident.
He noted South American atmosphere, with passionate fans and weather differences vs Europe.
Predictions favor Fonseca to win in two sets, as he seeks to improve on last year's early exit.

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Story summary

Joao Fonseca, ranked No. 38, aims to rebound from a disappointing Argentina Open in Rio.
He faces Thiago Monteiro in his first Rio Open match.
Fonseca has fully recovered from a lower back injury and is confident.
He noted South American atmosphere, with passionate fans and weather differences vs Europe.
Predictions favor Fonseca to win in two sets, as he seeks to improve on last year's early exit.