Aryna Sabalenka (World No. 1 ) delivered a dominant performance to defeat Coco Gauff and win the Miami Open 2026 title. This victory marks her second consecutive Miami Open triumph, reinforcing her dominance in women’s tennis.
She became the first woman since Iga Swiatek (2022) to win both the Indian Wells and Miami Open titles in the same year.
Sabalenka controlled the match from the start, showcasing her powerful baseline game and aggressive returns.
Despite a strong fight from Gauff, the Belarusian star maintained her composure and sealed the win in straight sets.
2026 Women’s Singles Champion:
- 🥇 Winner: Aryna Sabalenka
- 🥈 Runner-up: Coco Gauff
Historic Achievement:
With this win, Sabalenka achieved a rare milestone:
- Back-to-back Miami Open titles
- Indian Wells + Miami Open double in the same year
- First player since Iga Świątek (2022) to achieve this feat
What is the Miami Open?
The Miami Open is one of the most prestigious ATP & WTA 1000 tournaments, held annually in the USA. It is part of the famous “Sunshine Double” along with Indian Wells.
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