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Andreeva Advances in Stuttgart as Sister Retires Injured
STUTTGART, Germany – Rising tennis star Mirra Andreeva progressed to the next round of the Porsche Grand Prix after her sister, Erika Andreeva, was compelled to withdraw due to injury. The highly anticipated match between the two Russian tennis talents at the Stuttgart WTA tournament ended prematurely, marking only their second career encounter.
Erika Andreeva’s Injury Halts Promising Match
Mirra Andreeva secured the first set with a decisive 6-2 victory and was leading 1-0 in the second when Erika was forced to stop play. Erika had appeared on court with a heavily strapped right knee, suggesting a pre-existing issue that likely prompted her decision to avoid further aggravation during what was becoming a challenging match.
Mirra Andreeva Praises Sister’s Influence After Victory
Following her advancement to the round of 16 to face Ekaterina Alexandrova, a visibly moved Mirra Andreeva offered heartfelt words about her sister during the post-match interview. “We were sharing a room, so naturally, I was aware of her struggles,” Andreeva stated.
“My emotions are mixed. While I should feel pleased with the win, I am truly saddened by how it concluded. I am confident she will take the necessary time to recover and return even stronger,” she added.
Andreeva further emphasized her sister’s pivotal role in her burgeoning career: “If Erika hadn’t ventured into tennis before me, I doubt I would have achieved this level of play, this quickly. She participated in tournaments perhaps unnecessarily, guiding my path. Her influence is the reason for my current high ranking.”
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“Starting in larger tournaments immediately was easier because of her. I’m uncertain if I would be competing in this prestigious tournament this year if she hadn’t paved the way,” Mirra thoughtfully concluded.
Favorable Tournament Path for Andreeva
The 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva has experienced a relatively smooth path to the last 16. Her initial opponent, Marta Kostyuk, withdrew from their first-round match due to an injury sustained while representing Ukraine in the Billie Jean King Cup.
Kostyuk’s withdrawal, coupled with pre-tournament pull-outs from defending champion Elena Rybakina, Zheng Qinwen, and Ons Jabeur, has resulted in the absence of both of last year’s Stuttgart finalists from the current competition.
Andreeva aims to capitalize on these notable absences and maintain her impressive start to the WTA season. Her victory against her sister marked her 14th win in 15 matches this season, showcasing her strong form.
Porsche Prize Captivates Andreeva
The victor of this year’s Stuttgart event is awarded a brand-new Porsche. Andreeva humorously admitted to already browsing the luxury cars, despite not yet possessing a driver’s license.
“The view from centre court is fantastic. I’ve already considered which cars I would like,” she revealed earlier in the week. “But we are not at that stage yet. I am simply looking around for now. Yes, we will see. We will decide if I reach the final.”