Mirra Andreeva discusses emotional challenges of facing sister Erika in tennis

At just 19, Mirra Andreeva recently opened up about her struggles playing against her sister, Erika, on the WTA Tour. Mirra, who won the 2026 French Open and is ranked World No. 5, describes her matches against Erika as 'nightmares,' filled with pressure and nerves. Their head-to-head record stands at 1-1, with Erika winning their first encounter in Wuhan in 2024 and Mirra prevailing in their second match at the 2025 Porsche Tennis Grand Prix. Following the discussion on a podcast, Mirra is now preparing for the upcoming North American hardcourt swing, starting with the Canadian Open, as she aims to build momentum for the US Open.

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