Russian Teen Mirra Andreeva Advances to Fourth Round in Madrid Open
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Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva celebrated her 16th birthday with a win over Magda Linette, advancing to the fourth round of the Madrid Open. Despite being ranked at a lowly 194, Andreeva has been making waves in the tournament by defeating 2021 US Open finalist Leylah Fernandez and World No.14 Beatriz Haddad Maia. Andreeva’s success is particularly notable in a sport that often prioritizes experienced players. Her achievements serve as an inspiration for other young female athletes who may feel that their age is a barrier to success. In the next round, Andreeva will face off against World No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka. This will be another exciting opportunity for the young athlete to prove herself on the court. While Andreeva’s victories have been the focus of the tournament for many, it is also worth noting that men’s player Andy Murray lost in the same round.
Re-reported from the story originally published in Mid-Day English
