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Andreeva's funny confession to Rublev after reaching the US Open semifinals: "I had never told you that"

Fernando Murciego - 26 Aug 2026
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Andreeva's amusing confession to Rublev after reaching the US Open semifinals. Source: Getty

Mirra Andreeva and Andrey Rublev, competing together for the first time in a mixed doubles tournament, delivered an exquisite performance this Tuesday to reach the semifinals of the US Open 2026. It's an adventure that both are particularly enjoying due to the chemistry they have found on the court, although the subsequent press conference turned into a fun conversation about Andreeva's teenage crush.

It all started when Conchita Martínez's pupil was asked about a comment she had made moments earlier on the court regarding her former ‘crush’ on Rublev. The young Russian explained that it happened when she was 15 or 16 years old, although she made it clear that it is something from the past. Rublev immediately took the opportunity to joke with her. “At that time, I was in a full transition phase, but you know that age when kids still have no taste and need to try some stupid things before they start to have it,” he said with a laugh.

Andreeva tried to dodge the awkward moment, but the conversation escalated. When asked what initially attracted her to Rublev, the Russian took the floor again: “Why did she decide to play with me?” Finally, Andreeva responded: “First of all, because of his hair.” Rublev, delighted with the answer, proclaimed himself “very handsome,” while his partner insisted that what really mattered was his personality. There’s absolute harmony between these two, indeed.

“I watched many interviews and heard a lot from others. I just knew he was a great person, he is very kind and nice to everyone,” Mirra explained. It was then that Rublev's revenge came. After Andreeva confessed that she is now more interested in reading books, the Russian smiled and dropped the bomb: “Now you are my ‘crush.” For her part, Mirra could only respond with a laugh.

Beyond the jokes, both recognized that there is a special connection on the court. “Having him by my side is very special,” Andreeva said. Rublev summed it up even more forcefully: “What we are experiencing here will be memories that we carry with us forever,” he concluded.

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