Belinda Bencic showcased a dominating performance at the Miami Open, securing a 6-2, 6-2 victory over Amanda Anisimova. This win advanced Bencic to the quarterfinals of the tournament, marking her 12th career appearance in a WTA 1000 quarterfinal and her second time reaching this stage in Miami.
Impressive Stats and Performance
As the No. 12 seed, Bencic delivered a “super clean and confident” performance, highlighted by strong statistics:
- First serve percentage: 87%
- Points won on first serve: 72%
- Winners: 19 in 14 games
- Break points saved: 1 (while leading 6-2, 4-1)
Bencic’s next challenge comes against No. 4 seed Coco Gauff, another competitor from Florida. This match is set to take place on Tuesday evening, presenting Bencic with an opportunity for back-to-back Top 10 victories.
Previous Encounters and Future Expectations
Bencic expressed her enthusiasm for the upcoming match, stating, “I’m very excited. I’m definitely up for the challenge.” Although Gauff has won four of their last six matchups, Bencic is keen to build on her success from their previous encounter where she triumphed at the BNP Paribas Open.
Reflecting on her time in Miami, Bencic remarked, “I really like the conditions here… I love the city as well; it’s a good energy and I feel really comfortable.” With her confidence high, she aims to continue her successful run in the tournament.
