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Coco Gauff Reaches Miami Open Semifinals, Faces Muchova

3/25/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Coco Gauff advanced to the semifinals of the 2026 Miami Open by defeating World No. 12 Belinda Bencic 6-3, 1-6, 6-3.
Gauff, the No. 4 seed, earned her first Miami Open semifinal.
Gauff will face 13th-seeded Karolina Muchova in the semifinals.
Karolina Muchova reached the semifinals by defeating Victoria Mboko 7-5, 7-6.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1990, the Miami Open has become a key event in American tennis, showcasing champions like Serena Williams, who won eight titles. The tournament reflects the sport's evolution, as seen in Coco Gauff's 2026 semifinal run, highlighting the emergence of young talent challenging established players and shaping the future of tennis.

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Story summary

Coco Gauff advanced to the semifinals of the 2026 Miami Open by defeating World No. 12 Belinda Bencic 6-3, 1-6, 6-3.
Gauff, the No. 4 seed, earned her first Miami Open semifinal.
Gauff will face 13th-seeded Karolina Muchova in the semifinals.
Karolina Muchova reached the semifinals by defeating Victoria Mboko 7-5, 7-6.

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