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Alcaraz and Sinner Clash for No. 1 at Miami Open

3/18/2026

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Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner compete at the Miami Open for World No. 1 after Sinner won Indian Wells, narrowing Alcaraz's lead.
Alcaraz lost a semifinal to Daniil Medvedev, and he has minimal points to defend in Miami after a disappointing year.
Both players are seeded first and second and could meet in the final.
The rivalry remains significant, with Alcaraz aiming to extend his lead before the clay season.

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Story summary

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner compete at the Miami Open for World No. 1 after Sinner won Indian Wells, narrowing Alcaraz's lead.
Alcaraz lost a semifinal to Daniil Medvedev, and he has minimal points to defend in Miami after a disappointing year.
Both players are seeded first and second and could meet in the final.
The rivalry remains significant, with Alcaraz aiming to extend his lead before the clay season.