Aryna Sabalenka concluded the WTA`s March U.S. tour with an emphatic victory at the Miami Open.
While the World No. 1 has previously demonstrated her prowess on major hard courts, securing titles at both the Australian and US Opens, this win marked her first at a prestigious Sunshine Double event.
Sabalenka expressed her delight in winning the title in Miami, a city she considers a second home due to having a residence there despite her constant travel. She stated her happiness to return home as the tournament champion.
Key Stats from Sabalenka`s Win
- Aryna Sabalenka now leads the tour in match wins for 2025 with 23, surpassing Madison Keys, Clara Tauson, Mirra Andreeva, and Iga Swiatek, who each held the top spot at different times recently.
- Sabalenka also leads the year in winners (716), final appearances (4), and shares the lead for most titles (2) with Madison Keys.
- This year`s Miami Open was the 40th edition, with 20 different women having won the singles title.
- Sabalenka is only the fourth woman this century to win Miami as World No. 1, following Martina Hingis (2000), Serena Williams (2003, 2013, 2014, 2015), and Ashleigh Barty (2021).
Top Performers
Beyond the champion, several players stood out at the Miami Open:
Alexandra Eala: The 19-year-old enjoyed a breakthrough week, defeating major champions Iga Swiatek, Madison Keys, and Jelena Ostapenko to reach her first WTA semifinal and break into the Top 100, a first for a player from the Philippines.
Emma Raducanu: The 2021 US Open champion reached her first WTA 1000 quarterfinal this week in Miami. She achieved four consecutive main-draw wins for the first time since her US Open victory.
Jessica Pegula: World No. 4 Pegula continued her strong Miami record, reaching the quarterfinals or better for the fourth straight year.
Magda Linette: The Polish player defeated Coco Gauff for her first Top 10 win of the year and advanced to her second WTA 1000 quarterfinal.
Mirra Andreeva and Diana Shnaider: In their doubles debut as a team, they secured their first WTA 1000 title in Miami and are now ranked No. 2 in the PIF Race to the WTA Finals.
Highlight Reel
Mirra Andreeva and Diana Shnaider showcased impressive skills in the doubles championship match:
