After a triumphant victory over French player Gracheva, rising tennis star Mirra Andreeva shared her unique strategy for handling a hostile crowd, drawing inspiration from the likes of Novak Djokovic.
In a post-match interview, Andreeva revealed, “‘When people cheer super hard against me, I just use it to cheer myself up. When they were screaming ‘Varvara, Varvara!’, I was trying to imagine that they screamed my name, and it helped.”
The crowd’s chanting of ‘Varvara, Varvara’ only fueled Andreeva’s determination, as she turned the negative energy into a positive force. The young player’s mental strength and ability to focus amidst adversity were evident as she navigated through the match and emerged victorious.
As the atmosphere shifted, with the crowd chanting ‘Mirra, Mirra!’, Andreeva showcased her resilience and adaptability, embodying a mindset that echoes the mental fortitude of seasoned champions like Djokovic.
Andreeva’s approach not only led to a well-deserved win but also served as a testament to her ability to thrive in challenging situations. With a promising future ahead, Andreeva’s capacity to harness the crowd’s energy for her own motivation sets her apart as a force to be reckoned with in the world of tennis.
Andreeva at the French Open, ranking, and results in 2024
Ranked no.38, Mirra owns a composed 16-7 match record in 2024. Mirra is currently having a run at the French Open where she managed to beat the world no.98 Emina Bektas 6-2 6-3, the world no.21 Victoria Azarenka 6-3 3-6 7-5, the world no.62 Peyton Stearns 6-2 6-1 and the world no.88 Varvara Gracheva 7-5 6-2.
Mirra Andreeva will come up against the world no.2 Aryna Sabalenka in the quarter. Their current record is 2-0 for Sabalenka.
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