Mirra Andreeva stole the show with laughter when she showed off her British accent in a recent Miami Open interview. The 17-year-old is the rising star of the moment after achieving a 12-match winning streak that earned her maiden WTA 1000 titles at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships and Indian Wells.
The teenager reached her career-high ranking of world No. 6 this Monday and is one of the top contenders for the Miami Open title. Nevertheless, Andreeva is seeded 11th and will debut against compatriot Veronika Kudermetova, a former world No. 8.
Andreeva's streak hasn’t just been impressive — she’s defeated top rivals along the way, including world No. 7 Elena Rybakina (twice), world No. 2 Iga Swiatek (twice), and capped off a dream week at Indian Wells by coming from behind to beat world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 2-6, 6-4, 6-3.
As she prepares to return to the court, Andreeva showcased her sense of humour during an interview with Sky Sports, mimicking the British accent of her interviewers. “Can I have a spot of tea?” she joked, laughing. “It’s not bad, ain’t it?” she added.
The world No. 6 will also compete in the women’s doubles draw alongside her regular partner Diana Shnaider, with whom she claimed a silver medal at the recent Olympic Games.
Andreeva currently sits third in the WTA Race with 2,510 points, and a strong performance this week could see her overtake the leaders Madison Keys (2,954) and Aryna Sabalenka (2,590).
"It's not bad, ain't it?" 😅
— Sky Sports Tennis (@SkySportsTennis) March 18, 2025
Mirra Andreeva kicking off her interview with a British accent was not on our bingo card but we're here for it 😂 pic.twitter.com/ENDXcM80J2
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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