At Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium, the atmosphere was electric as World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus advanced to her first WTA Miami Open final. With a commanding 6-2, 6-2 victory over Italy's No. 6 seed Jasmina Paolini, Sabalenka showcased a blend of power and precision that left no room for error.
The 26-year-old delivered six aces and broke Paolini's serve four times, keeping the match almost entirely under her control and witnessing only two brief moments of a 1-1 tie in each set. "I definitely say that this was one of the best matches in the season so far," Sabalenka remarked, emphasizing her laser focus on the game.
This win marked her 12th career WTA 1000 final and positioned her within an elite group—only the sixth woman in the past 20 years to reach the finals at both Indian Wells and Miami in the same season.
In the other semifinal, American favorite Jessica Pegula battled hard against teenage wild card Alexandra Eala, extending the match to 2 hours and 26 minutes before securing a narrow 7-6(3), 5-7, 6-3 victory. As Pegula emerges as the home favorite, anticipation builds for a thrilling final showdown between dynamic power and strategic finesse.
The upcoming final promises excitement for global tennis fans, encapsulating the competitive spirit and emerging trends that resonate with young sports enthusiasts and digital nomads alike.
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World No. 1 Sabalenka to meet home favorite Pegula in Miami Open final
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