Two matches in one day: Taylor Fritz finally thwarts Joao Fonseca, returns for Marcos Giron Quarter-Final at Eastbourne
ATP
Taylor Fritz will play two matches in a day in his bid to win four Eastbourne titles in what will be a tough day for the American after surviving a late comeback attempt from Joao Fonseca.
Fritz was facing Fonseca on Wednesday in what was the top tie of the day but it was a tie that was quickly halted due to darkness after they split sets. The American would've been expecting to ease through from there after gaining an early break and he attempted to serve out the match at 5-3 in the final set.
But Fonseca fought back with the windy conditions seeing Fritz game fall off slightly but he managed to prevail over a determined Fonseca after two hours and two minutes 6-3, 6-7(5), 7-5. He will have to return though later today to face Marcos Giron in the Quarter-Finals.
“I’m really happy. I was really happy with the level of tennis last night, it’s a shame we couldn’t finish the match then,” said Fritz. “Coming out today, it was tough to really judge my grass-court play, there was a lot of scrapping around.”
Will he still be as happy later when he plays Giron? Albeit the grass has been a real happy hunting ground for him in the past and he said that is semi testament to the short nature of the season.
“I think almost half of my career titles are on grass, which says a lot for how short the grass-court season is,” he added. “I feel really confident on it, I feel like I can be serving well, taking care of service games when it’s not really windy.”
Fritz leads his Head-to-Head 4-2 against Giron. Fonseca on the other hand likely with the fanfare that often follows the 18-year-old will now head to Wimbledon, his first ever tilt at the grass court major.
Match Statistics Fritz vs. Fonseca
| Fritz | VS | Fonseca |
|---|---|---|
| Service | ||
| 17 | Aces | 7 |
| 2 | Double Faults | 1 |
| 68% (72/106) | 1st Service Percentage | 69% (62/90) |
| 78% (56/72) | 1st Service Points Won | 77% (48/62) |
| 50% (17/34) | 2nd Service Points Won | 50% (14/28) |
| 50% (1/2) | Break Points Saved | 57% (4/7) |
| 94% (16/17) | Service Games | 81% (13/16) |
| Return | ||
| 23% (14/62) | 1st Return Points Won | 22% (16/72) |
| 50% (14/28) | 2nd Return Points Won | 50% (17/34) |
| - | Break Points Saved | - |
| Other | ||
| 2h 00m | Match Duration | 2h 00m |
Samuel GillEditor-in-Chief
Samuel Gill is the Chief Content Officer (CCO) of TennisUpToDate.com, a role he has held since 2020. He is responsible for editorial governance across the platform, including setting content standards, overseeing accuracy and consistency, and guiding long-term editorial strategy. Since joining, he has contributed more than 10,000 articles and editorial pieces across the TennisUpToDate network, playing a central role in the daily operation and development of the site.
Based in Leicester, Samuel has a broad background in tennis media. In his current role, he works closely with editors and writers to ensure coverage meets clear journalistic standards, with particular attention to verification, consistency, and timely updates when new information becomes available.
claps 1visitors 1
Just In
Popular News
Latest Comments
- One step by another step -- WTA continues to 'lose the plot'. Too many hi-tech microphones being installed at most venues!!! Remove them (especially those along the hallways, sidewalks, and pathways throughout the venues. Not to mention (most of all) remove the mic's from the Players/Coaches Box.
mandoist06-11-2026 - Enough of her bullshit. Go marry someone.mandoist06-11-2026
- Don't you just love this young lady!? We fans often expect athletes to be supermen and superwomen, often forgetting that they WILL GET TIRED! I love Alex's perspective. Tiredness for an athlete should never be viewed as a negative, especially if you are healthy, taking care of your body and mental health and putting in the work. What a mature perspective. Good for you, Alex!Rapunzel05-11-2026
- Jess is absolutely correct! But the disrespect is a trait I have noticed in most of the Russian players. Mirra is good but very immature and lacks humility. Conceivable needs to get a handle on that!Rapunzel05-11-2026
- Having spent weeks and weeks through the years on tour, I can say with confidence that Conchita was (is) one of the very few who realize the surprising level of maturity (and sometimes lack of) which Mirra seems to have developed in such a demanding adult world of Pro-Tennis. While at the same time reminding herself (Conchita, that is) that Mirra is still young and developing mentally and physically. The general public may forget at times, or not at all realize, these modern era young athletes do not have a 'normal' Youth. It's a major sacrifice, among countless sacrifices, these athletes must make. People who blow-off that fact are ignorant and unfair when they blurt out, "They choose fame so they have to put up with the intrusions on their lives". No, they do not.mandoist05-11-2026
- Okay... someone with a camera was EAVESDROPPING on a private conversation. Shouldn't that be the point of discussion here? Regardless of the sensationalist crap by media, Pegula (and anyone) has a right to an opinion. There used to be an expectation that private conversations were respected, regardless of 'stardom' and whatever other defensive excuses media tries to shove in our faces. Boo-hoo if feelings are hurt. BTW: Having been employed at various tourney venues, etc., I can't tell you how nasty and offensive players can be when discussing their opponents and colleagues... in "private". Well, I could, but won't. I also challenge anyone to deny what Jessica said is false.mandoist05-11-2026
- Vacherot is Mongasque, rather than Swiss. The tournament was Swiss :DTrwd7702-11-2026
- After a couple decades traveling to IIHF tourneys overseas... our family is done with it... and I will not be the only one!! Bad enough the NHL allows Ovachenko (a Putin Supporter and Campaigner) to live and play in the USA. Let's not forget the STATE SPONSORED RUSSIAN DOPING PROGRAMS still in effect today.mandoist31-10-2026
- Osaka's mental state apparently does not allow her to reach any more Quarter Finals? I mean, she doesn't really have the time for tennis with all the pre-planning that must go into her 12 year-old "fashion" goals.mandoist29-10-2026
- With her money one would think she could afford a better team of Psychiatrists?mandoist29-10-2026
