Andy Roddick has made a bold prediction about the future of rising tennis star Mirra Andreeva. The former world No. 1 believes that Andreeva has all the qualities needed to become the top-ranked player in the world. Roddick’s confidence in Andreeva stems from her recent performances and her exceptional skills on the court.
Andreeva, who recently won a significant event, has already made history by becoming the youngest-ever winner of a title at that level. Her victory saw her defeat three Grand Slam champions, showcasing her ability to compete at the highest level.
Roddick highlighted several key aspects of Andreeva’s game that set her apart from her peers. He praised her “elite movement,” which allows her to create enough pace and play against her opponents’ movement effectively. Roddick also noted her “exceptional preparation” and ability to stay in rallies, giving her multiple options during matches.
Another factor contributing to Roddick’s prediction is Andreeva’s serve, which he believes is underrated and will only improve with time. He emphasized that Andreeva’s “physicality has room for growth,” and as she gets bigger, stronger, and faster, her game will become even more formidable.
Roddick also commended Andreeva’s “tennis IQ,” describing it as beyond her years. He credited her coach, Conchita Martinez, for guiding her development and helping her reach new heights in her career.
He said: “She is an elite mover already, she creates enough pace and what I am going to talk about that nobody does. Her ability to play against people’s movement makes her shots bigger. She doesn’t have to go big to go through you.
Her preparation is good enough where she can pull the ripcord and play behind the women that she’s playing against consistently. And if the rally builds she can stay in it and tee up. She has options. IQ beyond her years – Conchita Martinez has done an amazing job guiding the ship. But she serves great.”
Mirra Andreeva in 2025
Now ranked no.9 (career-high), the Russian played her last match on the 22nd of February when she overcame world no.23 Clara Tauson 7-6(1) 6-1 in the final in Dubai to win her 2nd career title.
At the moment, during this season the Russian achieved a composed 13-3 match record. The Russian clinched 1 title in Dubai.
Andreeva has scheduled to compete next in Indian Wells (BNP Paribas Open). She will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 3rd of March.