Camila Giorgi defeated Kaia Kanepi 7–6, 6–7, 7–6 in the first round of the Miami Masters on hard court, confirming her status as pre-match favourite at odds of 1.43. The encounter proved tightly contested throughout, with all three sets decided by a single break and resolved in tiebreaks, reflecting the competitive nature of the matchup despite the odds favouring the Italian. Giorgi's victory in this marathon encounter demonstrates her ability to convert tight opportunities under pressure, a valuable asset in the early stages of a Masters 1000 event. The result advances her to the second round and suggests solid form heading into the tournament's deeper stages.