World No. 1 Continues Winning Streak

Aryna Sabalenka, the top seed, has advanced to the quarterfinals of the WTA 1000 Miami Open without losing a set. The Belarusian player is looking to add to her recent successes, including titles in Brisbane and Indian Wells, and a runner-up finish at the Australian Open.

Sabalenka defeated Zheng Qinwen 6-3, 6-4 to reach her 15th consecutive WTA Tour quarterfinal, a feat not accomplished since Justine Henin between 2006 and 2008.

Baptiste Seeks Upset Victory

Hailey Baptiste, ranked 45th, will challenge Sabalenka for a place in the semifinals. Baptiste has shown improvement recently, reaching the third round of the Australian Open and a semifinal in Abu Dhabi.

This marks Baptiste’s first quarterfinal appearance in a WTA 1000 tournament. She has a 2-8 record against Top 10 players and has never defeated a player ranked in the Top 5.

“It’s so f***ing good,”

Aryna Sabalenka

After her win against Zheng Qinwen, Sabalenka enjoyed a post-match treat: a Golden Glizzy hot dog, featuring Australian Wagyu beef, Golden Goat Caviar, and gold flakes.

Recent Form and Adjustments

Sabalenka has won 23 WTA Tour-level singles titles, including four majors – two each at the Australian Open and the US Open. She has also won ten WTA 1000 events.

The Belarusian recently made a small adjustment to her racquet, which she credits with improving her control.

Match Schedule and Viewing Information

The match between Sabalenka and Baptiste is scheduled for Wednesday, March 25 at 8 p.m. (ARG/CHI time), 6 p.m. (COL/PER) and 5 p.m. (MEX). It will be broadcast on ESPN2 South, ESPN2 North & Disney+ Premium Plan.

FAQ

• What is Aryna Sabalenka’s current ranking? She is currently ranked No. 1 in the world.
• Has Hailey Baptiste ever defeated a Top 5 player? No, she has not.
• How many Grand Slam singles titles has Sabalenka won? She has won four Grand Slam singles titles.