Andreeva and Draper achieve success ahead of Miami Open

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The Miami Open is set to begin after an exciting tournament at Indian Wells. Mirra Andreeva and Jack Draper emerged as the stars, each winning their first major titles. Both players also have a chance to claim the "Sunshine Double," which means winning Indian Wells and Miami in the same season. Seventeen-year-old Andreeva has had a remarkable year, winning multiple big titles and defeating several major champions along the way. She is now ranked sixth in the world and is on a winning streak of 12 matches. Following her recent wins, she expressed excitement about her rapid success. Draper, 23, also celebrated a significant victory at Indian Wells, where he hadn't previously gone past the quarterfinals in a Masters tournament. His journey included defeating top players before winning the title against Holger Rune. Draper is now ranked seventh in the world and is looking to continue his success in Miami. Meanwhile, both Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek face challenges in their seasons. Djokovic, a multiple-time champion, had a disappointing early exit at Indian Wells and is working to regain his confidence. Swiatek, currently ranked second, is struggling to reach the finals despite previous successes, and she has publicly discussed her frustrations. Several American players will also be competing in Miami, including Coco Gauff and Madison Keys. Many local players have home-court advantage, as they are familiar with the conditions in Florida. Overall, the Miami Open promises to be another thrilling event with both rising stars and seasoned veterans battling for the title.


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