"I think I would be more comfortable playing with Rublev": Mirra Andreeva quote comes full circle as 16-year-old teams with compatriot at World Tennis League
WTASunday, 24 December 2023 at 13:12
16-year-old
sensation Mirra Andreeva paired up with Andrey Rublev in the defeat against the
Polish duo Iga Swiatek and Hubert Hurkacz. The Russian tennis player had
previously admitted during her stint at the 2023 French Open that she would
like to play mixed doubles with Rublev, and six months later, her wish came
true.
Rublev and
Andreeva teamed up in the exhibition tournament, World Tennis League, held in
Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia. Leading the way as part of Team Eagles, they reached
the final and will vie for the title against the Kites, led by Aryna Sabalenka
and Grigor Dimitrov.
Just a few
months ago, Andreeva was a relative unknown to most fans. However, her
remarkable breakthrough caught everyone's attention, marked by several
victories over top-20 players. When asked which male player she would like to
play doubles with after reaching the third round of Roland Garros, the Russian
responded, 'I’d feel most comfortable playing with Andrey Rublev because he’s
kind. I’m also kind of nice. If one day he asks me, I will say yes & yes
& YES,” current world No. 57 said.
A Look Back at Andreeva's Season:
The young
tennis player started the year showcasing herself as one of the promising
talents in women's tennis by reaching the Australian Open girls' final.
However, few could have predicted Andreeva's rapid adaptation to the WTA Tour.
After winning two ITF tournaments, she earned a wild card for the main draw of
the Madrid Open and surprised everyone by winning three matches to reach the
octaves. Along the way, she defeated the 2021 US Open finalist Keylah
Fernandez, world No. 13 Beatriz Haddad Maia, and world No. 17 Magda Linette.
Andreeva
also reached the third round of the French Open and the fourth round of
Wimbledon, securing victories over strong opponents such as Barbora Krejcikova
(10th) and Anastasia Potapova (22nd). Towards the end of the year, at the WTA
1000 China Open, she reached the octaves coming from the qualifying rounds. Andreeva
recently won the WTA Award 'Newcomer of the Year,' climbing from world No. 405
to 45.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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