Talk about a plot twist! 17-year-old Russian phenom Mirra Andreeva just scripted her own Cinderella story at the BNP Paribas Open, toppling World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a rollercoaster 2-6, 6-4, 6-3 comeback. The victory makes her the youngest Indian Wells champ since Serena Williams dominated in '99.
Andreeva's 2025 glow-up continues: She's now 19-3 this season ( most WTA wins!) and bagged her second WTA 1000 title after February's Dubai triumph. Monday's rankings will officially crown her a top-10 player – watch your backs, tennis queens!
Pro tip for tennis newbies: This isn't just a win; it's history in Air Jordans. Andreeva's grit against Sabalenka's power reminds us why sports are better than Netflix dramas. Who's booking tickets to her next match?
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Andreeva beats Sabalenka at Indian Wells, Draper wins men's title
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