Roland Garros Junior announces the tournament’s return to São Paulo.

João Fonseca won the tournament in 2022.

The Roland-Garros Junior Series by Renault has announced its return to the city of São Paulo, from April 15th to 19th, 2026, at the Sociedade Harmonia de Tênis . The tournament’s main objective is to promote clay court tennis in South America and award the champions with a direct spot in the junior draw of the Grand Slam in Paris.

For the fourth consecutive year, Argentinian Juan Martín del Potro will be the main ambassador for the competition, which will also feature the return of legend Gabriela Sabatini in her second participation. Larri Passos , the coach who shaped Guga Kuerten’s career, completes the star-studded lineup as a special guest.

The tournament’s impact on the careers of young athletes is clear. Brazilian João Fonseca , winner of the 2023 edition, has consolidated his meteoric rise since then: today he is among the top 50 tennis players in the world in the ATP ranking, competing in the main tournaments of the professional circuit.

The Roland Garros Junior tournament is returning to So Paulo.

So Paulo will host Roland Garros Junior in 2019.

In an announcement, Roland Garros Junior announces its return to São Paulo.

Roland Garros Junior returns to So Paulo.

RGJ announces a return to So Paulo.

The Roland Garros Junior tournament will return to So Paulo in 2015.

This is the first year for Roland Garros Junior to return to So Paulo.

Until June 25, Roland Garros Junior will return to São Paulo.

The Roland Garros Junior tournament will return to So Paulo.

So Paulo will host Roland Garros Junior.

In total, 32 of the region’s most promising Under-17 players—16 boys and 16 girls—will compete for a coveted entry ticket to the official tournament.

The 2026 poster was created in partnership with Brazilian artist Karol Stefanini , whose vibrant style brings the energy of the event to life. At the center of the artwork is an illustration of Ambassador Juan Martín del Potro , inspired by a memorable moment for the Argentinian at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

“To every young player who steps onto this court, I hope they feel proud, courageous, and free to play their tennis. This poster is my way of cheering you on,” the artist declared.