Lehečka Advances to Miami Open Semifinals, Ends Landaluce’s Run
MIAMI, FL – March 25, 2026 – Jiří Lehečka is moving on to the semifinals of the Miami Open presented by Itaú after a hard-fought victory over Spanish qualifier Martin Landaluce on Wednesday.
Landaluce’s Cinderella Run Ends
Lehečka ended the impressive run of 20-year-traditional Landaluce with a 7-6(1), 7-5 win. Landaluce, ranked No. 151, was the lowest-ranked quarter-finalist at the event since 1994. He was also the first player born in 2006 or later to reach the quarter-finals of a Masters 1000 tournament.
A Tough Battle on Stadium Court
The match, lasting two hours and two minutes on Stadium Court in Miami, saw Lehečka overcome a determined opponent. “Today was super tough,” Lehečka said. This proves never simple to play against an opponent who has nothing to lose. He played incredibly. He played some unbelievable shots in crucial moments. Every time I had a break point he went for it and deserved those points. It was tough for me to handle. We both started to play very well and I was looking for the chance on the return, which finally came in the last game of the match.
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Key Match Statistics
- Lehečka converted 10 break points.
- Landaluce managed only one break point opportunity.
What’s Next for Lehečka?
Lehečka will face either Fils or Paul in the semi-finals. He previously overcame Top 10 player Taylor Fritz in the fourth round. Every match at Masters 1000 level is great and I am very proud of myself being able to fight through these past couple of days,
Lehečka stated. These are good, tough wins and I will do whatever I can do to prepare for the next round.
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Watch the Replay
A replay of the quarter-final match between Martin Landaluce and Jiří Lehečka is available on Tennis TV.
FAQ
- When did the match capture place?
- The match took place on March 25, 2026.
- What was the final score?
- The final score was 7-6(1), 7-5 in favor of Jiří Lehečka.
- Who will Lehečka play in the semi-finals?
- Lehečka will play either Fils or Paul in the semi-finals.
The Miami Open continues to deliver thrilling matches, and Lehečka’s victory marks a significant step in his pursuit of the title. Stay tuned to 247sports.news for continued coverage of the tournament.