Overview

• Mirra Andreeva outplayed frequent practice partner Daria Kasatkina 6-3, 7-5 to reach the French Open quarterfinals for a second consecutive year.
• The 18-year-old sixth seed, ranked a career-high world No. 6, attributed her form to enhanced physical strength and a more positive mental approach.
• Former Wimbledon champion Conchita Martinez, who has guided Andreeva’s rise since late 2024, rallied her with a single-word message—“Vamos!”—before the match.
• After their clash, Andreeva kept Kasatkina’s sweat-soaked wristband as a memento of their entertaining encounter.
• Andreeva will next face French wildcard Lois Boisson, who earlier stunned world No. 3 Jessica Pegula to reach the last 16.