Simona Halep falls to Paula Badosa in return from doping ban; Aryna Sabalenka waits

Simona Halep falls to Paula Badosa in return from doping ban; Aryna Sabalenka waits

The Straits Times - Sports·2024-03-20 09:02

MIAMI - Paula Badosa spoiled Simona Halep's return from a doping ban, fighting back to claim a gritty 1-6, 6-4, 6-3 win on March 19 to move into the second round of the Miami Open and set up what is sure to be an emotion-packed match with Aryna Sabalenka.

Halep had been the player in the spotlight coming into Miami after accepting a wild card when her four-year suspension was cut to nine months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

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