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Mirra Andreeva: My Coach Knows My Nerves Before I Do
27 May
Summary
- Conchita Martinez can sense Andreeva's nervousness before she realizes it.
- Andreeva, 19, reached her first Grand Slam semifinal at the French Open in 2024.
- Martinez, 1994 Wimbledon champion, guided Andreeva to two WTA 1000 titles.
Mirra Andreeva, a rising star in women's tennis, has advanced in the French Open. She emphasized the unique bond with her coach, Conchita Martinez, noting Martinez's exceptional ability to perceive Andreeva's nerves even before the player herself is aware.
This intuitive coaching has been pivotal for the 19-year-old, who has achieved significant milestones. Just last year, at 17, Andreeva reached her first Grand Slam semifinal at the French Open. Under Martinez's guidance, she has since secured two WTA 1000 titles and entered the top-5 rankings.
Martinez, the 1994 Wimbledon champion, joined Andreeva's team shortly before her 2024 French Open semifinal run. Andreeva stated that her coach's motivational words and understanding of her moods were crucial in her recent first-round victory.
With a strong 16-3 record on clay this spring, Andreeva aims to win the French Open title. Her next opponent in Paris is Marina Bassols Ribera.
