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Alert – Aryna Sabalenka vs Paula Badosa – Miami Open: Live score and game-by-game updates as World No 2 takes the court for the first time since the death of her former partner Konstantin Koltsov

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15:54

Azarenka's ex-boyfriend turns up to see her opponent

While we are delayed in Miami, an interesting sidebit from yesterday as Victoria Azarenka’s ex-boyfriend – a muscian named Redfoo (formerly of LMFAO if you remember them) was in attendance to cheer on her opponent Peyton Stearns.

Redfoo made no secret of who he was supporting and it wasn’t his partner of late 2012 to early 2014.

Azarenka got the last laugh as she claimed the victory in three sets.

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - MARCH 21: Victoria Azarenka in action against Peyton Stearns of the United States in the second round on Day 6 of the Miami Open Presented by Itau at Hard Rock Stadium on March 21, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida (Photo by Robert Prange/Getty Images)

15:40

Play delayed for another hour

The action has been pushed back another hour and will start no earlier than 1pm in Miami – 5pm GMT.

15:34

Jimmy Connors: 'People should keep their comments to themselves'

Former World No 1 Jimmy Connors has hit out at people who have questioned Sabalenka’s decision to carry on at the Miami Open after the death of her former boyfriend.

He said on the Advantage Connors podcast;

With all due respect, there are some things that people should keep their comments to themselves on. Unless you’re really in her shoes, and you know what she’s going through and what her thoughts are, it’s better to stay away,” he said on the Advantage Connors podcast.

Even though that is devastating, how she takes it, only she knows. She would be criticized if she pulled out or she’s gonna be criticized if she continues to play, because that’s just the way people are

Back in the day, when I was playing, tennis was a good escape for me. (I was) going through a lot of things and a lot happening, (so) to go out, it gives you a mental break; it takes your mind away from a lot of things that are happening away from the court.

It’s her choice and it’s how she tries to deal with it on her own. And my thoughts go out to her because I know tennis is a tough enough game to go out and play against your opponent; to work; to train; and to try to be as good as she is, let alone with something outside the court that is as devastating as this to have on your mind.’

Aryna Sabalenka, of Belarus, walks on a practice court at the Miami Open tennis tournament, Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

15:25

Andy Murray is also in action today

Andy Murray is also in action today as he goes up against Tomas Etcheverry after seeing off Matteo Berretini in the last round.

He has had plenty of joy in Miami since making his debut 18 years ago, winning in 2009 and 2013, and is dreaming of one more shot at glory on his swansong appearance.

The former world number one pulled off an impressive comeback victory to reach the second round of the Miami Open before writing on the courtside camera to declare a message to the watching fans.

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Andy Murray scrawls 'there is life in the old dog yet' on TV camera
The former world number one pulled off an impressive comeback victory to reach the second round of the Miami Open before writing on the courtside camera.
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15:13

Heavy rain expected for 'next three or four hours'

Sky Sports Tennis report that there is heavy rain expected for the next three or four hours with thunderstorms expected later this evening.

Just a reminder that there is no roof on any of the courts used for the Miami Open which is why there is no action at this moment in time.

15:10

Shot of Hard Rock Stadium

Coco Gauff was supposed to be in action here at the same as Sabalenka’s match against Badosa but it’s looking very empty at the moment.

15:08

Not the Miami you think of

This image from Sky Sports Tennis is not what you think of when you think of Miami!

15:04

Today's schedule

A host of the sport’s biggest names are in action today but there could be a lot of thumb-twiddling depending on how conditions improve in Miami today.

Also in early matches today are scheduled to be Coco Gauff against Nadia Podoroska and Andrey Rublev against Tomas Machac.

Other big names on the schedule include Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek and Andy Murray.

Here is what is due to happen on the Stadium, Grandstand and Butch Buchholz’s courts today.

Stadium

  • [3] Coco Gauff (USA) v [Q] Nadia Podoroska (ARG)
  • [2] Jannik Sinner (ITA) v [Q] Andrea Vavassori (ITA)
  • [12] Taylor Fritz (USA) v [Q] Thiago Seyboth Wild (BRA)
  • [1] Iga Swiatek (POL) v Camila Giorgi (ITA)
  • [3] Daniil Medvedev (RUS) v Marton Fucsovics (HUN)

Grandstand

From 3pm

  • [2] Aryna Sabalenka (RUS) v [PR] Paula Badosa (ESP)
  • [10] Stefanos Tsitsipas (GRE) v [PR] Denis Shapovalov (CAN)
  • [5] Jessica Pegula (USA) v Zhu Lin (CHN)
  • [15] Elina Svitolina (UKR) v [PR] Naomi Osaka (JPN)
  • [21] Frances Tiafoe (USA) v Christopher O’Connell (AUS)

Butch Buchholz Court

  • [5] Andrey Rublev (RUS) v Tomas Machac (CZE)
  • [29] Tomas Martin Etcheverry (ARG) v Andy Murray (GBR)
  • [7] Casper Ruud (NOR) v Luca Van Assche (FRA)
  • [19] Sorana Cirstea (ROU) v Sloane Stephens (USA)
  • [6] Ons Jabeur (TUN) v [Q] Elina Avanesyan (RUS)
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - MARCH 21: Andy Murray of Great Britain serves with Sebastian Korda against Julian Cash of Great Britain and Tallon Griekspoor of the Netherlands during their match on Day 6 of the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium on March 21, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

14:53

It is pouring down in Miami!

Beautiful weather is one of the first things you think of when it comes to Miami but when it rains then it can really come down.

Shame for those who are in attendance who got there early to catch the start of action but hopefully their wait isn’t too long!

14:49

Rain delay at the Miami Open

The Miami Open has confirmed that there will be no action until 12pm local time – 4pm GMT.

14:44

Koltsov's death is the second tragedy to hit Sabalenka

It was the second tragedy in the space of five years for the World No 2.

Koltsov played for national team in the 2002 and 2010 Winter Olympics and also played for the Pittsburgh Penguins in the NHL.

Tuesday’s shocking news bears haunting similarities to a previous tragedy in Sabalenka’s life.

Her father, Sergey, was also a former professional hockey star and died aged 43 in 2019.

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Haunting similarities linking Sabalenka's father and boyfriend deaths
The former Belarusian hockey star played for his national team in the 2002 and 2010 Winter Olympics , and also spent time in the United States playing for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
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14:40

Concerns over the weather?

Well Miami-Dade and Broward counties are under a flood watch and wind advisory through Saturday evening, as per CBS News.

The National Weather Service’s storm prediction centre has placed South Florida under a Level 1 (low) risk of heavy rain, flooding, hail and isolated tornadoes.

South Florida could see three to five inches of rain.

It’s a star-studded day so let’s hope the rain stays away!

14:31

Sabalenka going for her first Miami Open trophy

The n Open champion is looking to continue her successful year on-court as she kickstarts her Miami Open campaign.

Last year she only made the quarter-finals where she suffered a shock defeat to Sorana Cirstea.

That is her best effort at the competition to date, and the same can be said for Badosa who reached the quarter-finals back in 2022.

epa10549597 Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus in action against Sorana Cirstea of Romania during the Women's Singles Quarterfinals of the 2023 Miami Open tennis tournament at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida, USA, 29 March 2023. EPA/CRISTOBAL HERRERA-ULASHKEVICH

14:21

Inside the friendship of Sabalenka and Badosa

What Sabalenka might appreciate in her return to the court today is the fact that the person staring at her from the other side of the net will be her best friend Paula Badosa.

Badosa has admitted that she has been in constant contact with the Belarusian since the death of Sabalenka’s former partner.

The Spaniard has admitted it will be ‘uncomfortable’ to play her best friend after such a tragedy.

Though the pair have faced each other four times on tour so far, their time together transcends off the court.

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Inside the friendship of tennis aces Aryna Sabalenka and Paula Badosa
Aryna Sabalenka and Paula Badosa will face off at the Miami Open, with Badosa admitting it will be 'uncomfortable' to play her after such a tragedy. Here is everything you need to know about their friendship
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14:13

Sabalenka decided to compete at the Miami Open

Given what happened you would not blame Aryna Sabalenka if she wanted to pull out of the Miami Open.

But she decided to continue her preparations for the Miami Open and has been pictured in training this week.

Ahead of her Round of 64 match against her best friend, Spain’s Paula Badosa, on Friday, Sabalenka took to court to work on her forehand and serve Wednesday afternoon.

Despite grieving, the Belarusian tennis star channeled her focus into her training with her coaches.

At one point, Sabalenka, who appeared be grimacing at times, wiped her face with an orange towel as she took a break on a court-side bench.

Aryna Sabalenka, of Belarus, walks on a practice court at the Miami Open tennis tournament, Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Aryna Sabalenka, of Belarus, hits on a practice court at the Miami Open tennis tournament, Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Aryna Sabalenka, of Belarus, takes a break during a practice session at the Miami Open tennis tournament, Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

14:06

Sabalenka's first match since tragic death of her former boyfriend

Police confirmed on Tuesday that Koltsov, who had been dating Sabalenka for three years, died at the age of 42 on Monday in an ‘apparant suicide’.

The Belarusian former professional hockey player, who shares three children with ex-wife Julija Mikhailova, is believed to have joined his girlfriend in Miami as she prepared for the Open.

Sabalenka, breaking her silence on social media, said they were ‘no longer together’ at the time of his death but that ‘her heart is broken’.

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Aryna Sabalenka breaks her silence on Konstantin Koltsov's death
Belarusian tennis star Aryna Sabalenka has spoken up for the first time since the death of her former boyfriend Konstantin Koltsov.
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13:51

Good afternoon!

Good afternoon and welcome to Mail Sport’s live coverage of Aryna Sabalenka’s Miami Open match against Paula Badosa.

It will be an emotional day for the World No 2, who plays her first match since the death of her former boyfriend Konstantin Koltsov.

We will be bringing you all the build-up and latest before play gets going at 3pm.

Jelena Ostapenko, foreground, of Latvia, hits an overhead to Laura Siegemund, of Germany, during the Miami Open tennis tournament Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

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  • Tyson Fury's remarkable body transformation as he hits the gym for £100m Oleksandr Usyk fight... looking in his best shape EVER after he struggled last time outTyson Fury's remarkable body transformation as he hits the gym for £100m Oleksandr Usyk fight… looking in his best shape EVER after he struggled last time out
  • Bukayo Saka LEAVES England camp in double injury blow to Gareth Southgate ahead of upcoming friendlies with Brazil and Belgium - with captain Harry Kane a doubt for SaturdayBukayo Saka LEAVES England camp in double injury blow to Gareth Southgate ahead of upcoming friendlies with Brazil and Belgium – with captain Harry Kane a doubt for Saturday
  • Man United 'line up move for £40m-rated midfield star to replace Casemiro' in the summer transfer window amid doubts over the Brazilian's future at Old TraffordMan United 'line up move for £40m-rated midfield star to replace Casemiro' in the summer transfer window amid doubts over the Brazilian's future at Old Trafford
  • Cathy Freeman steps out in rare public sighting - with one small detail sure to make her fans happyCathy Freeman steps out in rare public sighting – with one small detail sure to make her fans happy
  • Chelsea and Man City 'are warned they could both be kicked out of the Premier League' if found guilty of FFP breaches after Nottingham Forest were docked four pointsChelsea and Man City 'are warned they could both be kicked out of the Premier League' if found guilty of FFP breaches after Nottingham Forest were docked four points
  • What England No 2 Steve Holland 'said to Ben White at Qatar World Cup in front of team-mates'... which 'eventually led to the Arsenal defender withdrawing from international football'What England No 2 Steve Holland 'said to Ben White at Qatar World Cup in front of team-mates'… which 'eventually led to the Arsenal defender withdrawing from international football'
  • Legendary jockey who won an incredible 1500 races dies, throwing the racing industry into mourningLegendary jockey who won an incredible 1500 races dies, throwing the racing industry into mourning
  • Thierry Henry names the 'most underrated player in existence' as the Arsenal legend and France U21 boss hails the star 'who reminds us that hard work is a talent'Thierry Henry names the 'most underrated player in existence' as the Arsenal legend and France U21 boss hails the star 'who reminds us that hard work is a talent'
  • Who is Jeon Jong-seo, the South Korean actress who made Dodgers stars go viral for their hilarious reaction to her first pitch? Netflix star loves Kylian Mbappe and earned rave reviews in HollywoodWho is Jeon Jong-seo, the South Korean actress who made Dodgers stars go viral for their hilarious reaction to her first pitch? Netflix star loves Kylian Mbappe and earned rave reviews in Hollywood
  • Nike and the FA insist they will NOT recall England's controversial Euro 2024 kit after altering St George's Cross... as they claim the new strip 'disrupts history' and honours 1966 heroesNike and the FA insist they will NOT recall England's controversial Euro 2024 kit after altering St George's Cross… as they claim the new strip 'disrupts history' and honours 1966 heroes
  • Roy Keane likens Kobbie Mainoo to former Man United team-mate amid his breakthrough year... but it's not Paul Scholes!Roy Keane likens Kobbie Mainoo to former Man United team-mate amid his breakthrough year… but it's not Paul Scholes!
  • Louis Rees-Zammit admits being 'disappointed' with trial in front of NFL scouts at IPP Pro Day... despite running a time that would have put former Wales star in top-30 fastest players of the NFL CombineLouis Rees-Zammit admits being 'disappointed' with trial in front of NFL scouts at IPP Pro Day… despite running a time that would have put former Wales star in top-30 fastest players of the NFL Combine
  • Gareth Southgate has the backing of Dan Ashworth, knows key figures in the dressing room and is in a WhatsApp group with Sir Dave Brailsford... why Man United 'have the England boss as their No 1 target'Gareth Southgate has the backing of Dan Ashworth, knows key figures in the dressing room and is in a WhatsApp group with Sir Dave Brailsford… why Man United 'have the England boss as their No 1 target'
  • Leicester is CHARGED by Premier League for breaching Profit and Sustainability rules despite being relegated to the Championship last season - as Foxes brand top flight's timing as 'extremely disappointing'Leicester is CHARGED by Premier League for breaching Profit and Sustainability rules despite being relegated to the Championship last season – as Foxes brand top flight's timing as 'extremely disappointing'
  • Joey Barton signs petition with over 5000 signatures demanding the St. George flag on Nike's new England kit is changedJoey Barton signs petition with over 5000 signatures demanding the St. George flag on Nike's new England kit is changed
  • Travis Kelce records latest New Heights episode at 6am Saturday morning in Los Angeles - amid reports he is now in the Bahamas with Taylor Swift on romantic getawayTravis Kelce records latest New Heights episode at 6am Saturday morning in Los Angeles – amid reports he is now in the Bahamas with Taylor Swift on romantic getaway
  • Fury over England's 'woke' kit: Fans outraged as Nike and FA turn St George's cross purple and blue as Chris Sutton condemns move 'like a task from The Apprentice that's gone wrong'Fury over England's 'woke' kit: Fans outraged as Nike and FA turn St George's cross purple and blue as Chris Sutton condemns move 'like a task from The Apprentice that's gone wrong'
  • Worst fears realised for injury hit Broncos as facial fracture is confirmed for Reece Walsh - as Panthers star Taylan May AVOIDS suspension following nasty head clashWorst fears realised for injury hit Broncos as facial fracture is confirmed for Reece Walsh – as Panthers star Taylan May AVOIDS suspension following nasty head clash
  • Like grandfather like grandson! Arsenal icon Dennis Bergkamp calls his daughter's newborn baby 'a Gooner for life'... despite her husband being on Man United's booksLike grandfather like grandson! Arsenal icon Dennis Bergkamp calls his daughter's newborn baby 'a Gooner for life'… despite her husband being on Man United's books
  • Liverpool 'agree a deal to hire Bournemouth's head scout Mark Burchill'... just days after Reds poached the Cherries' transfer chief Richard Hughes to be sporting directorLiverpool 'agree a deal to hire Bournemouth's head scout Mark Burchill'… just days after Reds poached the Cherries' transfer chief Richard Hughes to be sporting director
  • Gary Neville reveals he 'never saw Gareth Southgate as a Man United manager' but admits Dan Ashworth's arrival could pave way for England boss to take up Old Trafford reinsGary Neville reveals he 'never saw Gareth Southgate as a Man United manager' but admits Dan Ashworth's arrival could pave way for England boss to take up Old Trafford reins
  • Jurgen Klopp's record at Liverpool 'isn't that good', claims Danny Mills... as he hits out at the Reds boss and insists he's not on the same level as Pep GuardiolaJurgen Klopp's record at Liverpool 'isn't that good', claims Danny Mills… as he hits out at the Reds boss and insists he's not on the same level as Pep Guardiola
  • Formula One team forced to change its name for the n Grand Prix due to risk of little-known Aussie law breachFormula One team forced to change its name for the n Grand Prix due to risk of little-known Aussie law breach
  • Key Red Bull figure 'is in advanced talks to join Ferrari'... with Christian Horner 'at risk of losing right-hand man' as fall-out from internal investigation around Geri Halliwell's husband continuesKey Red Bull figure 'is in advanced talks to join Ferrari'… with Christian Horner 'at risk of losing right-hand man' as fall-out from internal investigation around Geri Halliwell's husband continues
  • Shohei Ohtani is facing a 'Pandora's box' amid federal gambling probe after the Dodgers star's spokespeople changed their story and pointed the finger at his now-fired interpreter, says radio host and ex-con Craig CartonShohei Ohtani is facing a 'Pandora's box' amid federal gambling probe after the Dodgers star's spokespeople changed their story and pointed the finger at his now-fired interpreter, says radio host and ex-con Craig Carton
  • Ryan Garcia claims he will 'dive into everything' in interview with a Nickelodeon child star following explosive docuseries about the 'toxic environment' at the network and allegations of childhood sexual assaultRyan Garcia claims he will 'dive into everything' in interview with a Nickelodeon child star following explosive docuseries about the 'toxic environment' at the network and allegations of childhood sexual assault
  • Former Brazil and Man City star Robinho will serve a nine-year prison sentence in his homeland after being convicted of gang rape in Italy in 2017, following landmark supreme court rulingFormer Brazil and Man City star Robinho will serve a nine-year prison sentence in his homeland after being convicted of gang rape in Italy in 2017, following landmark supreme court ruling
  • FA to continue Wembley flag ban for Brazil showdown amid concerns over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, while Nottingham Forest wary of heavier penalty if they appeal points deduction - AHEAD OF THE GAMEFA to continue Wembley flag ban for Brazil showdown amid concerns over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, while Nottingham Forest wary of heavier penalty if they appeal points deduction – AHEAD OF THE GAME
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