The match saw Fonseca rally from a set down, ultimately winning 2-4, 4-3(8), 4-0, 4-2. This victory marked a significant milestone for Fonseca, who became the second-youngest winner in the history of the Next Gen ATP Finals, following in the footsteps of Jannik Sinner. He is also the first Brazilian to claim this title and the lowest-ranked player to achieve this feat.
Fonseca's journey to the title was nothing short of impressive. Despite starting the year as No. 730 in the PIF ATP Rankings, he will begin 2025 as the World No. 145. Throughout the tournament, he secured crucial wins against top seed Arthur Fils, No. 3 seed Jakub Mensik, and No. 6 seed Luca Van Assche.
In the final match, Fonseca's strong serving was a key factor in his success, winning 83% of points behind his first serve and 68% on his second serve. After a slow start, Fonseca found his rhythm, particularly in the third set where he dominated with a 4-0 win. This momentum shift proved pivotal, as he went on to secure the fourth set and the title.
Fonseca's victory earned him a tournament-record $526,480 in prize money, a significant boost to his career. This win is expected to be a launchpad for his future success on the ATP Tour, building on the seven tour-level wins he achieved in 2024.
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