Fonseca weighs in: "Djokovic may be the GOAT, but Federer is the greatest"

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Joao Fonseca has already become a star on the circuit, not only for fans but also within the locker room. The young Brazilian admits to noticing a difference in how his teammates treat him behind closed doors, in addition to sharing his decision regarding college tennis and weighing in on the GOAT debate.

"It's really nice to see people stop me on the street, greet me, congratulate me. Three years ago, I was the one asking for autographs from my idols. Seeing the kids like this... I prioritize children a lot because I see myself there. It's really nice to see all this impact, to see João Fonseca growing worldwide... I hope he continues to grow more and more, it's truly gratifying," the young Brazilian confessed in an interview with GE.

About his decision not to go to college tennis

"I feel relieved. It would have been a very cool experience, I can't lie, even the experience of visiting these universities that we don't have here in Brazil was very cool. A university where you combine sports with studies, large, with many other athletes from different languages, I think it would be a great experience, but after the Rio Open, I couldn't say no. Obviously, it was what I wanted, before it didn't make sense, but then I said 'there's no way to say no' and the truth is I have no regrets. I am very happy with my life now."

Do you feel different in the locker room after the good results?

"I have felt it a bit, I won't lie. Players congratulating me, perhaps seeing that I could do something beautiful for the sport, congratulating me on the game, maybe respecting me a little more."

His biggest idol

"Federer. That can't change. You can say Djokovic is the best of all time, but for me, there is no way. Djokovic may be the best of all time, but Federer is the greatest. He has no rival."

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