By In a stunning display of tenacity and skill, 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva has made her way into her first Grand Slam semi-final at the French Open. She achieved a remarkable victory over world No 2 Aryna Sabalenka, overcoming a first-set loss to win 6-7 (5-7), 6-4, 6-4. Despite Sabalenka’s initial lead and a tie-break win in the first set, Andreeva’s resilience shone through as she battled to a decisive third set, ultimately breaking Sabalenka’s serve to secure her win.
In another quarter-final match, Jasmine Paolini, the 28-year-old Italian, fought off a strong comeback from Elena Rybakina to win 6-2, 4-6, 6-4, marking her first time in the final four of the French Open. Paolini, seeded 12th, showcased her determination and ability to regain composure after a challenging second set, eventually breaking Rybakina’s serve in the ninth game of the third set and serving out the match for a memorable victory.
Both Andreeva and Paolini have demonstrated exceptional skill and mental fortitude, setting the stage for what promises to be an electrifying semi-final showdown at Roland Garros. Their victories are a testament to their hard work and dedication to the sport, and fans eagerly anticipate their next performances on the prestigious clay courts.
