Arthur Fils defeated Tommy Paul in the Miami Masters quarter-final on hard court, prevailing 6-7, 7-6, 7-6 in a closely contested three-set affair. As the pre-match favourite with odds of 1.72, Fils delivered the expected result, though the American pushed the Frenchman to the brink across all three sets, each decided in a tie-break. The match showcased the quality of both competitors at Masters 1000 level, with neither player able to establish decisive separation in regulation play. Fils advances to the semi-finals where he will face a fresh test in his bid for Miami glory.