Andreeva defeats Sabalenka to reach WTA Finals semis
Andreeva, 19, dominated world No.2 Sabalenka 6-4 6-0 to advance to the WTA Finals semifinal.
Mirra Andreeva, the 19-year-old French Open champion and world No.3, swept past Aryna Sabalenka in straight sets to book her spot in the WTA Finals semifinal. Sabalenka, the US Open runner-up and world No.2, started strongly but Andreeva broke back and took control to win 6-4 6-0.
Andreeva advanced as the winner of Group 2 after her second straight victory in the group stage. In the other match, Svitolina fought back from a set down to beat Karolina Muchova 3-6 6-2 6-2, eliminating Muchova from the tournament.
Svitolina will face Sabalenka on Friday with the remaining semifinal spot at stake.
- World No.3
- Andreeva ranking
- 19
- Andreeva age
- 6-4 6-0
- Final score
- World No.2
- Sabalenka ranking
Why it mattersAndreeva's dominant display shows she is a genuine title contender, with her rise from teenager to top-three player one of tennis's biggest stories.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet. Sabalenka and other top players covered by Australian sports media draw millions of viewers through broadcasts and online coverage.
