Indian Wells, March 18, 2025 – The Europe Today: Seventeen-year-old tennis sensation Mirra Andreeva made history on Sunday by securing a stunning victory over world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the final of the Indian Wells tournament. With a remarkable comeback performance, Andreeva claimed the title with a 2-6, 6-4, 6-3 victory, becoming the tournament’s third-youngest female champion after Martina Hingis in 1998 and Serena Williams in 1999.
Following her triumph in Dubai just two weeks ago, Andreeva has now etched her name into the record books as the youngest woman since Hingis in 1997 to claim consecutive WTA 1000 (formerly Tier I) titles. The young Russian showcased her resilience and skill throughout the tournament, defeating top-ranked players No. 7 Elena Rybakina, No. 2 Iga Świątek, and finally, No. 1 Sabalenka, to secure her third career title.
In the final match, Andreeva faced a challenging start, with Sabalenka dominating the first set in just 36 minutes. However, Andreeva demonstrated remarkable composure and adaptability, overcoming the initial setback to stage a determined comeback. Her tenacity and strategic play ultimately led her to victory against the powerful Belarusian.
Andreeva’s post-match interview reflected both gratitude and confidence as she acknowledged her own perseverance.
“I would again like to thank myself for fighting until the end, always believing in me, and never quitting,” Andreeva stated during the on-court interview, echoing her remarks from her Dubai victory.
“I was running like a rabbit today because Aryna, she’s been sending bullets and it was really hard to just keep up. I just tried my best, and that’s why I would thank myself because I think that I played a little part also.”
The young star’s self-appreciation has drawn attention for its lighthearted yet empowering message, signaling the rise of a confident new force in women’s tennis. As Andreeva continues to make her mark on the sport, her rapid ascent and fearless approach suggest that she is poised for even greater achievements in the future.
