Donald Trump’s granddaughter supports Aryna Sabalenka instead of Coco Gauff at the Miami Open.

In an unexpected moment in the world of tennis, the granddaughter of former President Donald Trump, Kai Trump, made a surprising choice by supporting Aryna Sabalenka instead of American Coco Gauff to win the 2026 Miami Open. This decision, which is already causing a stir on social media, comes after Kai witnessed the impressive performance of the Belarusian, who defeated Elena Rybakina in the semifinals with a commanding 6-4, 6-3, on March 26.

Kai Trump did not hesitate to share her excitement with her followers on Instagram, posting a photo alongside the player and making her support clear: “It was so much fun watching @arynasabalenka… Let’s go all out on Saturday!” This statement not only highlights her admiration for the athlete but also reveals an interesting dynamic, where family loyalty to Gauff seems to have been overshadowed by Sabalenka’s exceptional performance.

Aryna Sabalenka, who has stood out with an impressive season of 22 wins and only one loss, has already made history this year by defending her title in Brisbane and reaching the final of the Australian Open, despite being defeated by Rybakina. However, the Belarusian avenged that loss by claiming victory at the Indian Wells Open, and is now one step away from defending her title at the Miami Open, where she will face Gauff, who has challenged her on several occasions.

The final, scheduled for March 28, will be a true test for both players, as they will meet for the 13th time in their careers, with the record tied at 6-6. Sabalenka won their last encounter at the WTA Finals in 2025 in straight sets, raising expectations for this matchup even higher. Additionally, the Belarusian is on the verge of achieving what is known as the “Sunshine Double“, a rare feat that involves winning the titles of Indian Wells and Miami consecutively. In 2019, she had already accomplished this feat in doubles, but winning in singles would make her the only player to achieve this in both formats.

If Sabalenka triumphs at the Miami Open, she will become the first woman to defend her title since Ashleigh Barty in 2021, further solidifying her place in the history of women’s tennis. The rivalry between Sabalenka and Gauff promises to be electrifying, and Kai Trump’s choice to support the Belarusian adds an extra layer of excitement to this already intriguing matchup. The tennis world eagerly awaits what is to come in this monumental duel.

This article first appeared on Apito Final.