The Miami Open presented by Itaú brought exhilarating clashes in the women’s singles Round of 16, with top seeds showcasing their prowess and a few surprise upsets. Here’s how the action unfolded:
Sabalenka Stays Strong
- Aryna Sabalenka (1) defeated Danielle Collins (14) 6-4, 6-4 Sabalenka’s powerful play proved too much for Collins, as she advanced to the quarterfinals with a commanding straight-set victory.
Linette Stuns Gauff
- Magda Linette (POL) upset Coco Gauff (USA) 6-4, 6-4 Linette’s composed and consistent performance sent the home favorite Gauff packing, marking one of the day’s biggest surprises.
Swiatek’s Grit Shines
- Iga Swiatek (2) edged past Elina Svitolina (22) 7-6(5), 6-3 In a battle of resilience, Swiatek held her nerve in a tense first-set tiebreak and cruised through the second set.
Zheng Sweeps Past Krueger
- Qinwen Zheng (9) defeated Ashlyn Krueger (USA) 6-2, 7-6(3) Zheng displayed her dominance, holding firm even as Krueger attempted a comeback in the second set.
Raducanu Rolls On
- Emma Raducanu (GBR) cruised past Amanda Anisimova (17) 6-1, 6-3 Raducanu’s aggressive play overwhelmed Anisimova, keeping her hopes alive for a deep tournament run.
Pegula Powers Through
- Jessica Pegula (4) dominated Marta Kostyuk (23) 6-2, 6-3 Pegula’s clinical performance showcased her experience, easily dispatching Kostyuk in straight sets.
Paolini’s Stunning Comeback
- Jasmine Paolini (6) defeated Naomi Osaka (JPN) 3-6, 6-4, 6-4 Paolini rallied back after dropping the first set, taking advantage of Osaka’s errors to complete a thrilling comeback.
The competition only heats up from here as the quarterfinals promise even more high-octane action. Stay tuned for more updates from the Miami Open!
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