Sabalenka's miami debut turns sour over unannounced court switch

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka upset fans and the tennis world after her first-round match in Miami was unexpectedly switched to a secondary court, prompting the Belarusian to express her frustration.

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Despite the unscheduled move from the showpiece Stadium Court to a colder, less favored outdoor court, Sabalenka still managed to dispatch American Ann Li 7-6(5), 6-4 in their WTA 1000 opener.

The top seed's ire was piqued by the decision, which came amidst rain delays and scheduling jitters. She expressed her displeasure after the match, saying she was 'left stunned' by the sudden change and felt her game was affected.