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17-Year-Old Mirra Andreeva to Face Aryna Sabalenka in Indian Wells Final

The Russian prodigy seeks revenge against the World No. 1 following two earlier defeats this season.

Mirra Andreeva booked her spot in the Indian Wells final by beating Iga Świątek.
Mar 14, 2025; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Mirra Andreeva (RUS) hits a shot during her semifinal match defeating Iga Swiatek (not pictured) at the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Well Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Mar 14, 2025; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Mirra Andreeva (RUS) shakes hands with Iga Swiatek (POL) after winning her semifinal match at the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Well Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Mar 14, 2025; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Mirra Andreeva (RUS) celebrates a point during her semifinal match defeating Iga Swiatek (not pictured) at the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Well Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Mirra Andreeva, 17, defeated defending champion Iga Swiatek in a three-set semifinal to secure her place in the Indian Wells final.
  • Andreeva's 11-match winning streak includes victories over top-seeded opponents, making her the youngest Indian Wells finalist since 2001.
  • Aryna Sabalenka enters the final without dropping a set in the tournament, having dismantled Madison Keys in the semifinals.
  • Sabalenka leads their head-to-head record 4-1, including two dominant wins over Andreeva earlier this season in Brisbane and Melbourne.
  • Andreeva credits her coach Conchita Martinez and a sports psychologist for helping her improve mental resilience and tactical preparation.