Coco Gauff Faces Maria Sakkari in Miami Open Showdown

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — In an exciting Round of 32 matchup at the 2025 Miami Open, No. 3-ranked Coco Gauff will face off against No. 51 Maria Sakkari. The highly anticipated match is set to take place on Sunday after both players secured victories in their previous rounds.

Gauff demonstrated her powerful game with a commanding straight-set win over Sofia Kenin, defeating her 6-0, 6-0 in the Round of 64. Sakkari, on the other hand, won a hard-fought three-set match against Lucia Bronzetti, with scores of 6-3, 5-7, 6-4.

According to Stats Insider‘s advanced predictive analytics, Gauff has a 79% chance of winning the match against Sakkari. Currently, betting odds in Australia place Gauff at $1.22, while Sakkari’s odds stand at $4.33, reflecting their differing current forms and past performances.

“While Gauff is more likely to win, we can’t overlook Sakkari’s capabilities,” Stats Insider noted. “Her struggles this season could motivate her to perform better in crucial matches like this one.”

Sakkari has faced challenges with her service game, evident in her current hold percentage of just 61.9% during the season. Gauff, meanwhile, has been on a roll, but she also showed vulnerability in her previous matches.

Fans will be keen to see if Sakkari can disrupt Gauff’s rhythm. “Sakkari’s ability to utilize drop shots could play a crucial role,” an analyst pointed out. “These conditions favor her slightly and may lead to a competitive match.”

The match set to start at 5:45 AM AEDT will not only attract fans’ attention due to the players’ rankings but also because of the implications it holds for both players’ pathways in the tournament.

With the intensity of the Miami Open and both players’ recent performances, this match promises to be a thrilling encounter. Stay tuned for full coverage of the event as the tournament continues to unfold.