By Emiliano Naftali & Gabriel Matteazzi (photo) 
For more than two decades, the Miami Open has been one of the most vibrant stops on the professional tennis calendar. Played under the Florida sun and surrounded by an atmosphere that blends sport, culture and entertainment, the tournament has produced unforgettable moments in the history of the game. Throughout this evolution, Tennis7.net has been there to witness and tell those stories.
Since the year 2000, Tennis7.net has covered the Miami Open on site, reporting from courtside and documenting the matches, emotions and personalities that have shaped the tournament. From dramatic finals to breakthrough performances by rising stars, the magazine has followed every chapter of this prestigious ATP and WTA event with the passion and perspective of a dedicated tennis publication.
Among the many historic moments witnessed by Tennis7.net was the first professional meeting between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal—a rivalry that would go on to define an entire era of tennis. The tournament also became a stage for the dominance of Novak Djokovic, whose multiple titles in Miami cemented his reputation as one of the greatest hard-court players in the sport’s history.
Another unforgettable moment came when Argentine player Guillermo Cañas stunned Federer with a remarkable victory, one of the most memorable upsets ever witnessed in the event. Matches like these are part of what has made Miami a tournament where legends are forged and surprises are always possible.
Over the years, the event itself has undergone an important transformation. For decades it was played at the legendary venue in Crandon Park Tennis Center in Key Biscayne, a site deeply associated with the golden years of the tournament. In 2019, the Miami Open began a new chapter with its move to the modern facilities of Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. Through this transition—from the iconic courts of Key Biscayne to the impressive stadium complex of Miami Gardens—Tennis7.net has continued to chronicle every edition, maintaining a constant presence at one of tennis’ most important events.
For Tennis7.net, covering the Miami Open has never been just about reporting scores. It has been about capturing the atmosphere of the tournament, telling the stories behind the matches and sharing the unique energy that makes Miami one of the sport’s most special destinations.
After more than twenty-five years following the tournament, Tennis7.net remains committed to bringing fans closer to the action. From legendary rivalries to emerging champions, the Miami Open continues to write new pages in tennis history—and Tennis7.net will be there, as it has been since 2000, to tell the story.