Sabalenka wins Miami Open, completes 'Sunshine Double'

Belarusian star defeats local favorite Coco Gauff in three-set final

Mar. 29, 2026 at 6:50am

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Aryna Sabalenka defeated Coco Gauff 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 in the Miami Open women's singles final on Saturday, becoming the first player to accomplish the 'Sunshine Double' since 2017.

Why it matters

Sabalenka's victory marks a significant achievement, as the 'Sunshine Double' refers to winning both the Indian Wells and Miami Open titles in the same year, a feat only accomplished by a handful of players in the sport's history.

The details

In a hard-fought match, Sabalenka took the first set comfortably before Gauff leveled the contest in the second. The Belarusian then regained control in the decider to seal the win and complete the prestigious 'Sunshine Double'.

  • The Miami Open women's singles final took place on Saturday, March 29, 2026.
  • Sabalenka's previous 'Sunshine Double' win came in 2017.

The players

Aryna Sabalenka

A professional tennis player from Belarus who is currently ranked among the top players in the world.

Coco Gauff

An American professional tennis player who is a rising star on the women's tour and a local favorite in Miami.

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What they’re saying

“Winning the 'Sunshine Double' has been a career-long goal of mine, and I'm thrilled to have finally accomplished it.”

— Aryna Sabalenka

“Sabalenka played an incredible match, and I congratulate her on this historic achievement. I'll be back next year to try and win my hometown tournament.”

— Coco Gauff

What’s next

Sabalenka will look to carry her momentum into the upcoming clay court season, while Gauff will aim to bounce back and challenge for her first Grand Slam title later this year.

The takeaway

Sabalenka's victory in the Miami Open demonstrates her status as one of the premier players on the women's tour, and her ability to perform at the highest level on the biggest stages in the sport.