Dramatic Upsets and Rain Delays Shake Up Miami Open

At the Miami Open, Jack Draper was surprisingly defeated by Reilly Opelka, and Ethan Quinn scored a major career win over Casper Ruud. Despite persistent rain causing schedule disruptions, top seeds like Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the next round, showcasing their resilience and skill.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 21-03-2026 09:57 IST | Created: 21-03-2026 09:57 IST
Dramatic Upsets and Rain Delays Shake Up Miami Open
This image is AI-generated and does not depict any real-life event or location. It is a fictional representation created for illustrative purposes only.

The Miami Open witnessed unexpected twists as Britain's Jack Draper faced a surprising defeat at the hands of American Reilly Opelka. Draper, who recently performed well at Indian Wells, couldn't sustain his momentum against Opelka's strong serves, bowing out 7-6(3) 7-6(0) in the second round.

Amidst matches delayed by rain, American Ethan Quinn achieved the biggest win of his career by defeating 11th seed Casper Ruud. Playing a tough match, Quinn saved seven set points, eventually triumphing 6-4 7-6(7) to reach the third round of a Masters 1000 event for the first time.

Top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz progressed despite challenging conditions. Sabalenka overcame Ann Li, while Alcaraz maintained his form against Joao Fonseca. The tournament remains highly competitive with players like Amanda Anisimova, Coco Gauff, and Jasmine Paolini also advancing after persevering through difficult matches.

Give Feedback