The winners of the first round advance to the second round. The main draw begins with the first round. The winners of the qualifying rounds advance to the main draw. The qualifying rounds are played over three days. The tournament begins with qualifying rounds. The tournament features a 128-player singles draw for both men and women, as well as a 32-team doubles draw for both men and women. The Miami Open is a single-elimination tournament. This outdoor setting, coupled with the unpredictable South Florida weather, adds an element of intrigue, challenging players to adapt to varying wind conditions and humidity levels.
This can make the playing conditions challenging for the players. The weather in Miami in March and April is typically hot and humid. This provides a consistently responsive playing field that favors both aggressive and technical styles of play. The courts are designed to provide a consistent and even playing surface.
The courts are made of acrylic and are laid on top of a concrete base. The Miami Open is played on outdoor hard courts. The tournament features both singles and doubles competitions for both men and women, with players vying for a significant share of the substantial prize pool.
