Joao Fonseca vs Raphael Collignon Preview & Prediction | 2026 Indian Wells Open (BNP Paribas Open) | First Round
Click here for today’s sports betting tips from our expert analysts!
Joao Fonseca meets Raphael Collignon in the first round of the 2026 BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden
Ranking points: ATP 1000
Start date/time:
Venue: Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Indian Wells, USA
Surface: Outdoor hard
How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – Tennis Channel
How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / USA – Tennis Channel
Tickets: Visit this link for the latest Joao Fonseca vs Raphael Collignon ticket information
Joao Fonseca vs Raphael Collignon prediction
Joao Fonseca has yet to ignite in 2026.
The Brazilian has just one win heading into his fourth tournament of the year and many are waiting for him to find the form that has left tennis experts expecting him to challenge at the very top of the men’s standings in the near future.
However, the 19-year-old faces a tricky opener, with Raphael Collignon on a seven-match winning streak across all levels, including a Challenger title in Pau last month.
The Belgian lost their only previous showdown in three sets in a Davis Cup clash two years ago and will feel consistency will be the key to his chances of an upset.
There’s definitely scope to suggest the confident world number 77 could spring the surprise with Fonseca perhaps undercooked, but Challenger level is totally different to top-tier events like a Masters 1000 where the big names tend to step up.
it is surely only a matter of time until the South American, Joao begins to move back in the right direction and if his heavyweight forehand finds the island enough, it should start here.
Joao Fonseca vs Raphael Collignon tip: Joao Fonseca to win
