Dubbed the “Russian Rabbit” for her fierce, fast playing style, Mirra Andreeva truly outdid herself this year. Coming into the 2025 season, it felt like her time. She stormed through back-to-back WTA 1000 titles in Dubai and Indian Wells — a statement run that pushed her into the Top 10. Now at No. 5 in the WTA rankings, Andreeva’s rise has been electric. But while fans adore her fire, she’s also built a bit of a reputation for her temper. Earlier, she was reprimanded for smacking balls into the stands when matches turned against her. Still, she’s been working hard to channel that fire into her game. Yet the Asian swing brought a bigger challenge for the young Russian.

On Tuesday, Andreeva began her Wuhan Open campaign with a tense clash against Laura Siegemund. The 18-year-old came out

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