“My youth is over,” Mirra Andreeva feels a sense of responsibility as she is set to turn 18 very soon
Mirra Andreeva has been the leading star among teenagers in the WTA and has already cracked the Top 10.
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Mirra Andreeva (Image via X, The Tennis Letter)
Mirra Andreeva is back at the Madrid Open, where she reached the Round of 16 two seasons ago at just 15. The Russian teenager has been far from being overwhelmed by expectations and has continued her step-by-step growth in the WTA. She now feels a deeper responsibility for herself as she nears her 18th birthday.
Two years ago, no one would have thought Andreeva would become a top player in the women’s circuit this early. The 17-year-old currently sits as World No.7 in the WTA rankings, and she’s the youngest to enter the Top 10 in 18 years. In fact, she’s the youngest of three teenagers in the Top 100, which includes Alexandra Eala, who is ranked No.72.
It has always been a typical problem with teenagers for several years as they often lack the strength and power to compete with their older colleagues. But Andreeva has been completely different. She has fully blossomed and, in 2025, has already won two WTA 1000 titles in Dubai and Indian Wells.
She’ll turn 18 in a week and already has her eyes set on achieving greater feats on the court. She revealed after the opening match in Madrid that she’s starting to take more responsibility for herself.
I’m starting to understand that I’ll have to take responsibility for myself, but I don’t think much will change. I’ll remain the same, I just won’t be a little kid anymore. No one will coddle me, although my parents will, of course. However, I realize that my youth is over.
Mirra Andreeva said via Madrid Open Press
Andreeva will now seek to continue her upward stride in the WTA after a good start to the 2025 season. Currently, at the Madrid Open, she has a good chance of claiming the WTA 1000 title, which will take her trophy tally to three this year.
Mirra Andreeva reveals areas in her game she made improvements this season
Mirra Andreeva showed class on the court when she faced Marie Bouzkova in the opening match of the Madrid Open. The Russian teenager defeated Bouzkova 6-3, 6-4 to earn her place in the third round. It was her second clay victory of the season. She was asked during the aforementioned press conference about what she has done to make her game top-class. She revealed that she worked on her serve during the pre-season.
We worked hard during the preseason on my serve, jumping more, being more active with my legs, quicker with arm movements. These are small details, and today, I was really impressed with my serve. When I was younger, it was harder for me because I was shorter and not a great server.
Mirra Andreeva said
Andreeva is set to face Magdalena Frech in the third round of the Madrid Open. It’s the third time that she will be in the third round. A win over French will see her reach the Round of 16 for the second time in a row.
Mirra Andreeva focused on evolving on the court despite the distractions
Typically for many players in Mirra Andreeva’s age, they invest their time and efforts on social media. It sometimes makes youngsters lose focus on the court as they are being slammed by users each time they lose. However, Andreeva is focused on making sure that she becomes the best player she can be.
A lot of people say a lot of things and sometimes there are thoughts that are crawling into your head and you sometimes start to overthink. I’ve experienced that and I have a great team around me. I also share my feelings and everyone is trying to help me.
Mirra Andreeva said
This season Andreeva has earned five Top 10 victories this season. Despite her age, she holds a staggering 9-9 career record against top 10 players.
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