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Ash Barty beats Aryna Sabalenka to reach Miami Open last four, one step closer to keeping number one ranking
Ash Barty has taken a huge step in defending her Miami Open title and the world number one ranking, advancing to the semi-finals with a hard-fought win over Aryna Sabalenka.
Key points:
- Ash Barty again went to three sets before winning her quarter-final
- The Australian now has a record of 18 wins, three losses in her last 21 three-setters
- If Barty can beat Elina Svitolina or Anastasija Sevastova in the semi-final, she will stay world number one
The heat and humidity in South Florida reminds Barty of what conditions can be like in Australia. And she loves it.
The world’s top-ranked player didn’t wilt in the conditions against Sabalenka, winning the final nine points to prevail 6-4, 6-7 (5/7), 6-3 in a quarter-final showdown for her third…
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