The 2025 Miami Open is in full swing, bringing thrilling matches and standout performances on the WTA tour. As top players return to the court and emerging talents seize their moment, the early rounds have already delivered plenty of excitement (to all Miami Open WTA Results).
Kenin Stuns Kvitova in Opening Round
In one of the tournament’s early surprises, Sofia Kenin secured a straight-sets victory over Petra Kvitova, winning 6-4, 7-5. Kenin, a former Grand Slam champion, showed flashes of the form that once took her to the top of the game, countering Kvitova’s powerful baseline game with precise shot placement and well-timed aggression. The two-time Wimbledon champion struggled to find her rhythm against Kenin’s consistency, bowing out earlier than expected.
| Kvitova | Kenin | |
|---|---|---|
| Dominance Ratio | 0.69 | 1.45 |
| Serve Rating | 234 | 298 |
| Aces | 13 | 1 |
| Double Faults | 7 | 1 |
| 1st Serve % | 65% (46/71) | 88% (51/58) |
| 1st Serve Points Won | 67% (31/46) | 71% (36/51) |
| 2nd Serve Points Won | 32% (8/25) | 57% (4/7) |
| Break Points Saved | 33% (2/6) | 0% (0/2) |
| Service Games Won | 64% (7/11) | 82% (9/11) |
| Ace % | 18.3% | 1.7% |
| Double Fault % | 9.9% | 1.7% |
| Return Rating | 190 | 204 |
| 1st Return Points Won | 29% (15/51) | 33% (15/46) |
| 2nd Return Points Won | 43% (3/7) | 68% (17/25) |
| Break Points Won | 100% (2/2) | 67% (4/6) |
| Pressure Points Won | 50% (4/8) | 50% (4/8) |
| Service Points Won | 55% (39/71) | 69% (40/58) |
| Return Points Won | 31% (18/58) | 45% (32/71) |
| Total Points Won | 44% (57/129) | 56% (72/129) |
| Match Points Saved | 1 | 0 |
| Max Points In A Row | 5 | 10 |
| Service Games Won | 64% (7/11) | 82% (9/11) |
| Return Games Won | 18% (2/11) | 36% (4/11) |
| Total Games Won | 41% (9/22) | 59% (13/22) |
| Max Games In A Row | 2 | 4 |
| Match Duration | 1h 26m |
Osaka Battles Through Tough Opening Match
Returning to the Miami Open for the first time in years, Naomi Osaka faced an unexpected challenge against qualifier Yulia Starodubtseva. After dropping the opening set, Osaka found her footing, using her trademark power to dictate play and eventually secure a 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 comeback victory. Though still working her way back to top form, the four-time Grand Slam winner displayed resilience under pressure, saving multiple break points in the final set to book her place in the second round.
| Category | Osaka | Starodubtseva |
|---|---|---|
| Dominance Ratio | 1.07 | 0.93 |
| Serve Rating | 259 | 251 |
| Aces | 10 | 0 |
| Double Faults | 4 | 1 |
| 1st Serve % | 53% (51/97) | 70% (62/88) |
| 1st Serve Points Won | 75% (38/51) | 61% (38/62) |
| 2nd Serve Points Won | 46% (21/46) | 50% (13/26) |
| Break Points Saved | 70% (7/10) | 50% (4/8) |
| Service Games Won | 79% (11/14) | 71% (10/14) |
| Ace % | 10.3% | 0% |
| Double Fault % | 4.1% | 1.1% |
| Return Rating | 168 | 130 |
| 1st Return Points Won | 39% (24/62) | 25% (13/51) |
| 2nd Return Points Won | 50% (13/26) | 54% (25/46) |
| Break Points Won | 50% (4/8) | 30% (3/10) |
| Return Games Won | 29% (4/14) | 21% (3/14) |
| Pressure Points Won | 61% (11/18) | 39% (7/18) |
| Service Points Won | 61% (59/97) | 58% (51/88) |
| Return Points Won | 42% (37/88) | 39% (38/97) |
| Total Points Won | 52% (96/185) | 48% (89/185) |
| Match Points Saved | 0 | 0 |
| Max Points In A Row | 7 | 6 |
| Service Games Won | 79% (11/14) | 71% (10/14) |
| Total Games Won | 54% (15/28) | 46% (13/28) |
| Max Games In A Row | 5 | 5 |
| No Injury Timeouts | ||
| Match Duration | 2h 30m |
Alycia Parks Makes a Statement with Hard-Fought Win
Alycia Parks delivered one of the most dramatic performances of the tournament so far, rallying from a set down to defeat Varvara Gracheva. After struggling in the opening set, the American found her range in the second, taking a flawless tiebreak before closing out the match with an authoritative third-set display. Her ability to switch gears mid-match underlines her growing maturity on tour.
Sorribes Tormo Falls Short in Qualifying
For Sara Sorribes Tormo, the Miami Open ended before it truly began. Facing a determined Claire Liu in the final round of qualifying, the Spaniard battled hard but ultimately fell 7-6, 6-3. A fierce competitor known for her relentless baseline play, Sorribes Tormo pushed Liu in the first set but was unable to turn the match in her favor.
With the second round approaching, anticipation is building for even more high-stakes clashes as top seeds enter the fray. Fans can expect fierce battles and potential upsets as the Miami Open continues to unfold.