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Arthur Fils Upsets Alexander Zverev, Grigor Dimitrov Into Miami Open Semifinals

France's Arthur Fils upset top-seed Alexander Zverev with an outstanding display earning him a 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over the German in the fourth round of the Miami Open on Wednesday. The 20-year-old Frenchman will face 19-year-old Czech Jakub Mensik in the quarter-finals with both players chasing their first Masters 1000 semi-final spot. Rallying from a set down, Fils showed great determination to fight his way back and go 4-1 up in the second set. Zverev responded to take a 3-1 lead early in the third but again Fils refused to let the match slip from his grasp. Fils, using his athleticism and his powerful forehand, broke back to 3-2 and then when Zverev went long on a return took a 4-3 lead.

Filipino teen Alexandra Eala stuns Iga Swiatek to make Miami Open semifinals

Teenager Alexandra Eala pulled off another upset at the Miami Open on Wednesday when she knocked off five-time Grand Slam champion and second-seeded Iga Swiatek 6-2, 7-5 in the quarterfinals.

Iga Swiatek Gets Extra Security After Harassment

World number two Iga Swiatek is receiving additional security at the Miami Open after she was harassed by a spectator during her practice. The issue comes after British player Emma Raducanu was targeted by a stalker during last month's Dubai Open. Media reports said that Swiatek was verbally harassed by a spectator, who has a history of online attacks against the player, during practice on Sunday. "Security is a top priority. We monitor the network to catch these types of issues. Constructive criticism is one thing, and threats, hate speech or even disturbance during training is another - this cannot be condoned," a spokesperson for Swiatek told AFP.

Alex De Minaur Ends Joao Fonseca Challenge, Alexander Zverev Marches On In Miami Open

Australia's Alex de Minaur put an end to Brazilian talent Joao Fonseca's challenge at the Miami Open, outlasting the 18-year-old 5-7, 7-5, 6-3 in an enthralling contest. Attendance on stadium court had been sparse throughout Monday, but the Hard Rock Stadium turned into a mini-Maracana Stadium for Fonseca's match, complete with Brazilian flags and football-style chanting. Fonseca brought his energetic brand of ultra-attacking tennis, but De Minaur was up to the challenge, coping with both the blistering forehands and the partisan crowd.

Novak Djokovic Marches Into Miami Quarters As Casper Ruud Exits

Novak Djokovic cruised into the quarter-finals of the Miami Open on Tuesday with a 6-2, 6-2 win over Italian Lorenzo Musetti in one hour 22 minutes. Musetti, the 15th seed from Tuscany, got off to a flying start to take a 2-0 lead in the first set but then proceeded to lose the next nine games as the Serb, looking confident and sharp, ran away with the game. Djokovic has won the Miami Open on six occasions but has not featured in the quarters since his last victory in 2016. The 37-year-old is now just three wins away from winning his 100th tour-level title.

Alexander Zverev Marches On In Miami Open, Naomi Osaka Falls

Top seed Alexander Zverev recovered from a slow start to power into the fourth round of the Miami Open with a 7-5, 6-4 win against Australia's Jordan Thompson at Hard Rock Stadium on Monday. The German was 4-1 down in the first set but then went on a roll, winning eight of the next nine games to progress. Zverev lost in the opening round at Indian Wells, but with Carlos Alcaraz already out in Miami he will fancy his chances of adding to his list of seven Masters 1000 titles. "Jordan made it difficult for me for sure. He's a quality player," said Zverev. "When you're in rhythm, he knows how to break it a little bit. So he did extremely well today. I'm happy with my level from 1-4 onwards," he added.

Yuki Bhambri Dethrones Rohan Bopanna As India's No. 1 Men's Doubles Player

Indian tennis veteran Yuki Bhambri has been crowned the country's top doubles player following a win over Rohan Bopanna at the Miami Open in Florida on Sunday. The 32-year-old Bhambri will get the number one crown following the release of Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) doubles rankings at the conclusion of Miami Open end, as per Olympics.com. Bhambri and his Portugal partner Nuno Borges defeated Bopanna and Ivan Dodig of Croatia 6-4, 3-6, 10-7 in the round of 32 match.

France's Alize Cornet To Attempt Surprise WTA Tour Comeback

French player Alize Cornet announced on Monday she will make a return to professional tennis less than a year after retiring from the sport. The 35-year-old, who holds the women's record for most consecutive Grand Slam appearances with 69, will play in a second-tier event in Spain which starts on March 31. Cornet will enter the main draw of a clay-court tournament in Rouen in April as a wildcard, before playing in qualifying for the Italian and Madrid Opens. "Even if it's only for a few tournaments, the desire to play and the excitement of competition are definitely there," Cornet said in an Instagram post.

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Arthur Fils Upsets Alexander Zverev, Grigor Dimitrov Into Miami Open Semifinals

Filipino teen Alexandra Eala stuns Iga Swiatek to make Miami Open semifinals

Iga Swiatek Gets Extra Security After Harassment

Alex De Minaur Ends Joao Fonseca Challenge, Alexander Zverev Marches On In Miami Open

Novak Djokovic Marches Into Miami Quarters As Casper Ruud Exits

Alexander Zverev Marches On In Miami Open, Naomi Osaka Falls

Yuki Bhambri Dethrones Rohan Bopanna As India's No. 1 Men's Doubles Player

France's Alize Cornet To Attempt Surprise WTA Tour Comeback