Russian tennis prodigy Mirra Andreeva has shed light on the darker side of the sport by sharing the hateful messages she received on social media following her loss to Amanda Anisimova at the Miami Open. The defeat marked the end of Andreeva’s remarkable 13-match winning streak, but the young athlete faced more than just disappointment on the court.
Andreeva posted screenshots of the abusive comments aimed at her, illustrating the intense and often toxic environment athletes face in the digital age. The messages ranged from personal insults to alarming criticisms, showcasing the emotional strain such backlash can cause.
Although she later deleted the post, Andreeva’s decision to share her experience has sparked a conversation about online behavior and the need for stricter measures to protect athletes from cyberbullying. The incident has drawn widespread support for Andreeva, with fans and fellow players condemning the abuse and praising her bravery for speaking out.
Mirra Andreeva posting the hate she is receiving on social media after losing to Anisimova in Miami.
17 year old girl
She was on a 13-MATCH WINNING STREAK.
Disgusting.
(she meanwhile deleted the Instagram story) pic.twitter.com/bRjRMvm2DX
— José Morgado (@josemorgado) March 24, 2025
Mirra Andreeva in 2025
LWWWWWWWWW Now ranked no.6 (career-high), Mirra played her last match on the 23rd of March when she was defeated by world no.17 Amanda Anisimova 7-6(5) 2-6 6-3 in the 3rd round in Miami (draw).
At the moment, during this season Mirra achieved a 20-4 match record. Andreeva has won 2 titles in 2025 in Dubai and Indian Wells.
