Andreeva expresses her opinion on the WTA's gender identity tests

Mirra Andreeva has started her journey in the WTA Toronto 2026 on the right foot with a convincing victory over Karolina Pliskova. Additionally, when asked about the gender identity tests that the WTA will require from all players on the circuit, the young Russian tennis player expressed her support and preferred not to go into details on the matter.

As it is a controversial topic, Andreeva chose to say that she views it positively and will comply with all the rules proposed by the WTA, so she did not elaborate much on her opinion. This initiative will completely exclude transgender players if any cases arise in the future, and other major players in the circuit such as Aryna Sabalenka have viewed it favorably.

Andreeva reveals that she did not play tennis for a week after Wimbledon

Yes, I think I really needed that break. I just wanted to disconnect from tennis completely and take a breather. I did not play tennis for almost a week, so it was great to be able to forget everything mentally. In fact, I was eager to start playing because I was a bit tired of training. So yes, I was very excited to start the tournament here.

Next match against Leylah Fernandez

It will surely be difficult. To begin with, she is playing at home, so obviously the crowd will support her. Also, she is an incredible player. The last time we faced each other was a very tough match. I am sure it will be a very entertaining match for the audience and a very challenging match for both of us. Conchita and I have to prepare as best as we can for the match.

Buildup of fatigue during the grass tour

If it had depended on me, I would have taken a bit more time. But obviously, it was not the best decision, because I also had to prepare as best as I could for the grass season. That's how it is. I always get excited to play tournaments. Even though I didn’t have much free time after Paris, I was still looking forward to coming to the grass. Although my relationship with grass is intermittent, I love coming to London, to Germany, to play tournaments, so I wouldn't change anything.

Gender identity tests in the WTA

Right now, my goal is to play as well as possible in every tournament. So, Toronto, Cincinnati, New York, in all the tournaments I have to play. I fully agree with all the WTA rules and I will follow them to the letter.

Expectations for the US Open

I want to hope that it will happen. Some year it has to come. For some reason, the US Open has been one of those Grand Slams, and it continues to be one of those Grand Slams, where I still can’t seem to make a mark. I think my best result there is the third round. I love playing in New York. But, yes, so far it hasn’t been the best. I hope that this year, or in the future, it happens, and hopefully, I’ll play better in that Grand Slam.

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