Everything You Need to Know About the Miami Open: Medvedev Bids to Retain Title

As the Miami Open kicks off, all eyes are on defending champions and rising stars alike, promising a thrilling tournament ahead. Here’s your comprehensive guide to the action-packed event.

Men’s and Women’s Draws:

The draw for the Miami Open features top-tier talent, with reigning champions Daniil Medvedev and Iga Swiatek set to headline the field. However, notable absentees include six-time champion Novak Djokovic and women’s titleholder Petra Kvitova, who recently announced her pregnancy.

Key Matches:

Simona Halep returns to the court following a reduction in her doping ban, facing Paula Badosa in a highly anticipated showdown. Meanwhile, Britain’s Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter will look to make their mark in the opening rounds.

Schedule Highlights:

The tournament promises non-stop action, with women’s singles first-round matches kicking off on Tuesday, followed by men’s and women’s singles first-round matches on Wednesday. The schedule builds up to the finals on March 30th for the women and March 31st for the men.’

What’s the schedule?

Tuesday, March 19 – Women’s singles first round
Wednesday, March 20 – Men’s and women’s singles first round
Thursday, March 21 – Women’s singles second round, men’s singles first round
Friday, March 22 – Men’s and women’s singles second round
Saturday, March 23 – Women’s singles third round, men’s singles second round
Sunday, March 24 – Men’s and women’s singles third round
Monday, March 25 – Women’s singles fourth round, men’s singles third round
Tuesday, March 26 – Women’s singles quarter-finals, men’s singles fourth round
Wednesday, March 27 – Men’s and women’s singles quarter-finals
Thursday, March 28 – Women’s singles semi-finals, men’s singles quarter-finals
Friday, March 29 – Men’s singles semi-finals
Saturday, March 30 – Women’s singles final
Sunday, March 31 – Men’s singles final

Venue:

Since its move to Hard Rock Stadium in 2019, the Miami Open has captivated audiences with its electrifying atmosphere against the backdrop of the NFL’s Miami Dolphins’ home turf.

How to Watch:

Catch all the thrilling matches exclusively on Sky Sports Tennis, offering live coverage of over 80 tournaments a year, including the US Open.

As the Miami Open unfolds, tennis enthusiasts can expect nothing short of exhilarating matches, unexpected upsets, and awe-inspiring performances from the world’s top players.

Stay tuned for all the action and drama as the tournament unfolds in the vibrant city of Miami.