Tributes

Cássio Motta — A legacy of excellence in Brazilian tennis

Cássio Motta, a former tennis player who stood out on the international stage and inspired generations, is the honoree of the 11th edition of Rio Open.

Throughout his career, he won 10 doubles titles on the ATP Tour. In 1982, he was a finalist in the mixed doubles at Roland Garros alongside Cláudia Monteiro, also showcasing his skill on clay courts.

His performance took him to 4th place in the world doubles ranking in 1983 — a historic achievement for Brazilian tennis at the time.

In the Davis Cup, Motta holds an impressive record: 15 wins and only 5 losses in doubles, with memorable performances — such as the 1992 win over Germany, alongside Fernando Roese, against the pair Boris Becker and Eric Jelen.