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Badosa Halts Halep's Comeback In Miami; Venus Williams Loses

By IANS News March 20, 2024 • 10:10 AM View: 505

The Danish Wild Card: Two-time Grand Slam champion Simona Halep on her comeback was halted by Paula Badosa, who prevailed 1-6, 6-4, 6-3 in the Miami Open first round.

This was the Badosa's first win since Doha, in February. The World No. 80 has been struggling with injuries. She’s now 5-5 for the year.

Halep, however, returned from an 18-month absence from the WTA Tour.

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