Aryna Sabalenka Triumphs Over Pegula to Win First Miami Open Title
What a final it was at the 2025 Miami Open! Aryna Sabalenka, the world No.1, has finally secured her first Miami Open title, defeating Jessica Pegula in a thrilling straight-sets victory, 7-5, 6-2. This win not only adds another prestigious trophy to her collection but also cements her place among the all-time WTA ranking greats.
into the match, Sabalenka already had an impressive 18 career titles, but Miami had eluded her until now. Facing off against Pegula in a rematch of their 2024 US Open final, the Belarusian powerhouse showcased her signature aggressive play, firing off 24 winners with her dominant forehand. Pegula, a determined and consistent competitor, put up a strong fight, but Sabalenka's relentless pressure proved too much to handle.
With this victory, Sabalenka has now surpassed the 10,000-point mark in the WTA rankings, a feat achieved by only a select few in history. Her current total of 10,541 points places her fifth on the all-time list, trailing legends like Serena Williams, Iga Swiatek, Victoria Azarenka, and Maria Sharapova. This milestone is a testament to her dominance and consistency on the tour.
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Sabalenka's emotions were on full display as she hit a stunning backhand passing shot on match point, raised her hands to the sky, and blew a kiss to the cheering crowd. “Thank God the rain stopped,” she joked during the trophy ceremony. “It was like Miami was crying that I won this tournament.”
Despite some early struggles in finals this season—losing at the Australian Open and Indian Wells—this Miami triumph proves that Sabalenka is back in top form. “Finally, I was able to play my best tennis in a final,” she said with a smile. “I’m super happy to hold this beautiful trophy. It feels like home here.”
Meanwhile, Pegula, ever gracious in defeat, acknowledged Sabalenka’s brilliance. “You’re the best player in the world for a reason,” she said. “You keep challenging everyone to get better.” While Pegula has been a strong rival, Sabalenka has dominated their recent encounters, winning their last three finals.
After the match, Sabalenka revealed her celebration plans, which include unwinding with her team before gearing up for the clay season. “My team is so exhausted, so today we will chill. But tomorrow, I’m going to force them to have drinks, burgers, and pizza. We have to celebrate because we struggled after those tough finals.”
The camaraderie between the two finalists was evident even off the court. In a lighthearted moment post-match, Pegula playfully stole Sabalenka’s celebratory drink during a Tennis Channel interview. Sabalenka, ever the good sport, laughed it off, cementing their friendly rivalry.
With this Miami Open victory, Sabalenka sends a clear message—she’s not slowing down anytime soon. As the tour moves to the clay season, all eyes will be on her to see if she can carry this momentum forward. One thing is certain: Aryna Sabalenka is at the peak of her powers, and tennis fans are in for an exciting season ahead!
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