João Fonseca, in his debut US Open main draw, will face Serbia's Miomir Kecmanovic.
Bia Haddad Maia will compete against Britain's Sonay Kartal in her opening match.
Fonseca reached the third round in two of the three Grand Slams he played this season (Wimbledon and Roland Garros).
Haddad Maia's best Grand Slam result this season was reaching the second round at Wimbledon.
Fonseca will also partner with Juan Martín del Potro in the Stars of the Open event on his birthday.
Why this matters: These matches are crucial for both players as they seek to make a deep run in the US Open. A strong performance could significantly boost their rankings and confidence.
João Fonseca, currently ranked 45th in the world, is making his first appearance in the US Open main draw. His opponent, Miomir Kecmanovic, is ranked 42nd. This will be their first career encounter. Fonseca has shown promise this season, reaching the third round of Wimbledon and Roland Garros.
Bia Haddad Maia, the world number 20, will face Sonay Kartal, ranked 51st. Haddad Maia lost to Kartal earlier this year at Indian Wells. Kartal is coming off a strong showing at Wimbledon, where she reached the fourth round.
Fonseca also celebrates his birthday during the tournament and will team up with Argentinian legend Juan Martín del Potro in the Stars of the Open event. This provides a unique opportunity for the young Brazilian to gain experience and exposure.
The US Open represents the final Grand Slam of the year, and both Fonseca and Haddad Maia will be looking to end the season on a high note.
Q: When will João Fonseca and Bia Haddad Maia play their first matches?
The dates and times have not yet been announced, but the main draw begins on Sunday.
Q: What are Fonseca and Haddad Maia's rankings?
Fonseca is ranked 45th in the world, while Haddad Maia is ranked 20th.
Q: Who are their opponents in the first round?
Fonseca will play Miomir Kecmanovic, and Haddad Maia will face Sonay Kartal.
João Fonseca and Bia Haddad Maia are representing Brazil at the US Open 2025.
Fonseca faces a tough first-round match against Miomir Kecmanovic.
Haddad Maia will seek to avenge her earlier loss to Sonay Kartal.
Both players have the potential to make a significant impact at the tournament.
Keep an eye on Fonseca's doubles match with Juan Martín del Potro.
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