Mirra Andreeva made history by becoming the youngest player to win a WTA 1000 title after claiming victory at the Dubai Tennis Championships.
The 17-year-old Russian triumphed over Clara Tauson 7-6 (7-1), 6-1, and her win will see her break into the top 10 of the WTA rankings for the first time next week.
Andreeva’s remarkable journey to the final included wins over Grand Slam champions Marketa Vondrousova, Iga Swiatek, and Elena Rybakina.
Reflecting on her achievement, she said, “I had set a goal to be in the top 10 by the end of the year.
Now, it’s only the end of February and I’ve already made it, which is incredible for me.”
The match started with 22-year-old Clara Tauson taking an early 2-0 lead, but Andreeva quickly regained her composure, breaking back to level the score at 2-2.
The first set proceeded to a tiebreak, where Andreeva dominated, winning the first six points before Tauson sent a return long.
In the second set, Andreeva showed her dominance, racing to a 5-1 lead.
Tauson’s return went long once again, sealing the title for Andreeva.
Andreeva’s victory at the Dubai Tennis Championships marks a significant milestone in her career, as she becomes the youngest player ever to win a WTA 1000 title.
With a remarkable display of skill and determination, the 17-year-old Russian has already achieved her goal of breaking into the top 10, exceeding expectations just two months into the year.
This win signals the start of what could be a thrilling rise to the top of the tennis world for the young star.
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