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Mirra Andreeva advances to French Open semifinals at 17, sets up clash with Jasmine Paolini

Highlights
  • 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva defeated Aryna Sabalenka to reach the French Open semifinals.
  • She will face 28-year-old Jasmine Paolini in the next round.
  • A young tennis star's journey to a potential grand victory unfolds at the French Open.
Story

In her first big tennis match, Mirra Andreeva had to focus on playing well and not get distracted by the pressure. She managed to stay calm and win, reaching the semi-finals. Now, she will play against Jasmine Paolini for a chance to go to the final. This is the first time in tennis history that both Italian men and women have reached the semi-finals in a Grand Slam tournament. Andreeva's success comes from her smart playing style, where she can control the game and adapt to her opponent's moves. She is very competitive and plays with confidence. She says she just follows her instincts during the game. She is coached by Conchita Martinez, a former Wimbledon champion. On the other hand, Sabalenka, a top player, struggled physically during the match but still showed her powerful shots. She had been doing well in previous tournaments, but Andreeva managed to break her winning streak. If Sabalenka and Rybakina had won, it would have been a rare occurrence where all top-seeded women advanced to the semi-finals. Paolini, who had not done well in previous Grand Slam tournaments, is now facing Andreeva again after losing to her in a recent match. She acknowledges Andreeva's mental strength and expects a tough game. She says that at this stage of the tournament, there are no easy matches. Overall, the tournament has seen surprising results and new faces making their mark in the tennis world. The players are determined and focused on winning, making each match exciting to watch.

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