Aryna Sabalenka and
Paula Badosa opted to play doubles in Miami and their debut was pretty strong as they won 6-3 6-4.
The power doubles pairing never played together before but both are pretty decent doubles players. They have had success in other pairings but this event will be their first together. Their first opponents were Danilina and Haddad Maia and the Spanish Belarussian combo did a pretty decent job in their first match.
They needed one break in each set to win the match and they were able to get it. Besides playing pretty good overall, they also had a lot of fun on the court as well giggling and laughing after each game during the changeovers. They demonstrated a high level that might see them far if they fancy giving it their all. Overall a very good performance from them and happy smiles after the win.