Sabalenka, Gauff advance; Rybakina eliminated at Miami Open

At the Miami Open, world number one Aryna Sabalenka and third-seeded Coco Gauff advanced smoothly to the third round, while seventh seed Elena Rybakina was unexpectedly eliminated by American Ashlyn Krueger. Sabalenka won against Viktoriya Tomova with a score of 6-3, 6-0, expressing satisfaction despite challenges posed by the conditions in South Florida. Gauff delivered a commanding performance, defeating Sofia Kenin 6-0, 6-0 in just 47 minutes, acknowledging that her opponent did not play at her best. Both players emphasized their focus on improvement as the season progresses, with Gauff stating there is plenty of time to elevate her game. Krueger's victory over Rybakina marked a significant upset, showcasing her potential on the court. Sabalenka and Gauff are set to face new challenges in the next rounds as they pursue the title.