Miami Open: British singles hopes end as Norrie, Boulter and Jones exit
Mar 22nd 2026 · United Kingdom
Cameron Norrie, Katie Boulter and Francesca Jones were knocked out at the Miami Open as top seeds advanced; Naomi Osaka highlighted the challenge of balancing parenthood and professional tennis after her defeat.
- Cameron Norrie, Katie Boulter and Francesca Jones were eliminated, ending Britain’s singles hopes in Miami.
- World number two Jannik Sinner beat Damir Dzumhur 6-3 6-3 to reach the next round.
- Alexander Zverev defeated wildcard Martin Damm 6-2 6-4 and will face Marin Cilic, who beat Brandon Nakashima 2-6 6-4 7-6 (9-7).
- Home favourite Ben Shelton was upset by Alexander Shevchenko 6-7 (3-7) 7-6 (7-3) 6-3.
- Coco Gauff recovered to beat Alycia Parks 3-6 6-0 6-1, Amanda Anisimova and Victoria Mboko also won, and Naomi Osaka lost 7-5 6-4 to Talia Gibson while saying balancing motherhood and the tour is difficult.
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