Tijuca Tenis Clube U19 Holds Off Fluminense U19 in Brazilian Interclubes

In Brazil's Campeonato Interclubes U19, Tijuca Tenis Clube U19 emerged victorious with a hard-fought 67-57 win over rivals Fluminense U19 on May 9, 2026. The match, played at the Ginásio do Tijuca Tênis Clube, was a defensive battle that saw the home team pull away in the final quarter.

Game Flow

Both teams struggled to find offensive rhythm in the first half, with Tijuca holding a slim 30-28 lead at the break. The third quarter remained tight, with Fluminense even taking a brief lead. However, Tijuca's defense tightened in the fourth, allowing only 9 points while scoring 17 to seal the win. Rebounding was key – Tijuca grabbed 15 offensive boards to Fluminense's 7.

Key Players

• Tijuca – Forward Rafael Costa posted 18 points and 12 rebounds, dominating the paint. Guard Lucas Mendes added 14 points and 5 assists.
• Fluminense – Point guard Pedro Santos scored 15 points, but shot only 5-of-16 from the floor.

Tournament Significance

This victory improves Tijuca U19's record to 5-2 in the Interclubes competition, keeping them in contention for a playoff spot. Fluminense falls to 3-4 and will need to bounce back quickly. The rivalry adds extra intensity, and this win gives Tijuca bragging rights in the U19 age group.