Mirra Andreeva talks about her future: "I want to win several Grand Slams"

Pedro de Pablos | 28 Dec 2025 | 10.15

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Mirra Andreeva is a diamond in the rough. The Russian tennis player has been one of the great sensations of 2025, reaching the number 4 spot in the rankings. With the guidance of Conchita Martínez, Andreeva has managed to compete on equal terms with the best in the circuit, allowing her to secure two WTA 1000 titles (Dubai and Indian Wells). Following her impressive first year on the circuit, and despite some setbacks, Mirra has spoken about the significant goals she has for her career.

What surprises most is the maturity with which Andreeva speaks at her young age and the life philosophy based on values that go beyond mere results. She entered the WTA circuit at just 15 years old, and three years later she has experienced a rollercoaster of emotions that has given her a certain perspective on the horizon. Currently ranked number 9 in the world, her goal is clear. "I want to win several Grand Slams," she stated in an interview with Story10.

Andreeva looks to Nadal as a model for being remembered

Beyond the titles, what matters most to her is how they are achieved. "Honestly, I want to stay true to myself. I want to be a player remembered for being curious on the court, interesting to watch, humble like Rafa. I want to leave my mark in the circuit, and I hope to achieve that."

Mirra Andreeva Career Goals

“Of course, I want to win a couple Grand Slams. That would be great & honestly just want to stay and be me. I would say to be a player that everyone would remember for being curious on court, interesting to watch, and humble like Rafa…”

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Looking ahead to 2026, Andreeva will be a standout name expected to reach the final rounds of the major tournaments. At the start of the new season, she will need to defend a significant number of points to maintain her position in the top-10 of the rankings, avoiding a setback in her career. With semifinals in the WTA 500 Brisbane, victories in the two WTA 1000 events she won, and reaching the octaves of the Australian Open, there is immense pressure on her shoulders.

The Grand Slams, Andreeva's pending account

The key point for the Russian tennis player to improve in 2026 will be precisely the Grand Slams, where she suffered tough defeats this season. The Australian Open, despite being her second-worst result in a Major this year, was somewhat understandable as she lost to Aryna Sabalenka (6-1 6-2) when she was not yet in the top-10. However, as she climbed in the rankings, the expectations also rose, along with the nerves in crucial moments.

At Roland Garros, Andreeva made it to the quarterfinals as one of the top contenders for the title. In that round, she faced Lois Boisson, who had received a wildcard and was ranked 361st in the world. Despite being the clear favorite, Mirra succumbed to the pressure of the local audience, losing 7-6 (6) 6-3. A significant missed opportunity.

At Wimbledon, she reached the quarterfinals once more, only to disappoint again. This time, it was against Belinda Bencic (7-6 (2) 7-6 (3)), who was not a seed either and, like Boisson, lost in the next round. Finally, her biggest letdown came against Taylor Townsend (7-5 6-2) in the US Open round of 32, showing that her year has been a decline, particularly in terms of mental strength. Consequently, that will be her primary task for 2026 if she aims to make the qualitative leap to fulfill her words.

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