Mirra Andreeva Advances to China Open Semi-Finals
Mirra Andreeva, the fourth seed and French Open champion, triumphed over compatriot Ekaterina Alexandrova, the 19th seed, with a score of 7-6(4) 7-6(3) on Thursday at the China Open in Beijing. The match showcased a competitive first set where Andreeva initially led 2-0 but fell behind 5-3 before recovering to win the tiebreak.
In the second set, Andreeva led 4-1 and served for the match at 5-3, but Alexandrova fought back to force another tiebreak. Andreeva regained control in the tiebreak, winning five of the last six points to secure her victory.
In her post-match interview, Andreeva expressed her satisfaction with the match, acknowledging Alexandrova's strong performance and her own missed opportunities for aggression. This victory marks Andreeva's first semi-final appearance in Beijing.
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