Bia Haddad: Defeat in Miami & 8th First-Round Exit of Season

Miami, FL – Beatriz Haddad Maia’s campaign at the Miami Open came to an end Tuesday with a first-round loss to Zeynep Sonmez. This marks the eighth consecutive opening-round exit for Haddad Maia this season, continuing a challenging start to the year for the Brazilian player.

Sonmez proved to be a tough opponent, securing the victory and advancing in the tournament. Details of the match scoreline were not immediately available, but the result signals another early departure for Haddad Maia.

The Miami Open is a prestigious Masters 1000 event, attracting top tennis talent from around the globe. Haddad Maia had hoped to craft a strong showing in front of a Florida crowd, but was unable to overcome her opponent in this first-round clash.

This loss follows a pattern of early exits for Haddad Maia in 2026. She has now been eliminated in the first round of eight tournaments to start the season, raising questions about her current form.

Fans hoping to watch Haddad Maia in action had the opportunity to tune in live, with broadcast details available here. The match provided an opportunity to see Haddad Maia compete against a rising player in Sonmez.

The defeat in Miami adds to a tricky stretch for Haddad Maia, who will now look to regroup and uncover her form as the tennis season progresses.