Gauff reaches first Miami Open final

American Coco Gauff cruised past Karolina Muchova in straight sets to reach her first Miami Open final.

The Florida-born 22-year-old dropped only two games to triumph 6-1 6-1 in one hour and 30 minutes.

Having been broken in the first game, Gauff won 10 games in a row to take control of the match against the 13th seed.

“It was not as straightforward as the scoreline suggests,” Gauff told Sky Sports.

“I wasn’t nervous, but whenever you play someone so many times, it is hard to keep doing what you’ve been doing and also change it up. Today, I found a good balance.

“It feels great to be at home. I am alternating between my parents’ house and my own, depending on how late we finish. They live a bit closer, so it is nice to have that family support.”

The victory will take the two-time Grand Slam champion above former world number one Swiatek and up to third in the WTA rankings next week.

Gauff, currently ranked fourth in the world, will face the winner of Friday’s match between Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina.

“I haven’t played either this year, so it will be a good match-up to see where I am,” she added.