Medjedovic Outlasts Fonseca in Rome After Tense, Noisy Decider

Overview

• Medjedovic defeated João Fonseca on Saturday in Rome 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7-1), ending the Brazilian’s campaign in his opening match.
• Fonseca controlled the first set with strong first serves, then Medjedovic steadied to take the second with cleaner hitting and key holds.
• The final set swung hard as Fonseca rallied from 1-4 down to 6-5 before Medjedovic ran away with the tiebreak 7-1.
• Noise from Brazilian fans drew repeated complaints from Medjedovic, who capped the win with a “sleep” gesture and blown kisses toward the stands.
• Medjedovic will face Mariano Navone next, while Fonseca said the crowd also disrupted his focus and he now targets Hamburg before Roland Garros on May 24.