Sabalenka powers past Paolini to reach Miami final

Image caption, Aryna Sabalenka is yet to drop a set at the Miami OpenWorld number one Aryna Sabalenka reached the Miami Open final with a comprehensive straight-set victory over Italy's Jasmine Paolini.

The 26-year-old Belarusian is yet to drop a set at the tournament and was in fine form as she stormed to a 6-2 6-2 win over sixth seed Paolini.

Sabalenka, a three-time Grand Slam champion, has now reached two finals in succession, having lost to Mirra Andreeva at Indian Wells earlier this month.

This is the first time she has reached the Miami showpiece and Sabalenka will face either teenage wildcard Alexandra Eala, of the Philippines, or American fourth seed Jessica Pegula for the trophy on…