Mirra Andreeva becomes youngest WTA 1000 champion in Dubai

Mirra Andreeva made history at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships by becoming the youngest player to win a WTA 1000 title at just 17 years old, defeating Clara Tauson in the final with a score of 7-6(1), 6-1. This victory marks her second career title and propels her into the top 10 of the WTA rankings, making her the first 17-year-old to achieve this milestone since 2007. Andreeva's impressive journey to the final included wins over three Grand Slam champions: Marketa Vondrousova, Iga Swiatek, and Elena Rybakina. Despite feeling nervous during the match, Andreeva expressed immense joy in realizing her dream of becoming a champion. The final showcased her resilience, as she rallied from a shaky start to dominate the match, especially in the second set. Her coach, former Wimbledon champion Conchita Martinez, has played a pivotal role in her development as a player.