Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva’s second-round exit at the 2025 Wuhan Open has sparked an outpouring of concern from tennis fans after she was seen breaking down multiple times during her match.
The 18-year-old was visibly emotional and frustrated throughout her three-hour battle with veteran Laura Siegemund, prompting many supporters online to question whether the young star might be pushing herself too hard.
What Went Wrong for Mirra Andreeva in Her Match Against Laura Siegemund?
Andreeva entered the tournament as the fifth seed and received a bye into the second round, but things quickly unraveled against the 37-year-old German. Despite a promising start, Andreeva fell 7-6(4), 3-6, 3-6 in a grueling three-hour-and-one-minute contest.
Her serve, which has often been a key weapon, became her biggest hurdle as she committed 15 double faults, was broken eight times, and won only 40% of her second-serve points. By contrast, Siegemund maintained consistency, winning 57% of her second-serve points to complete the comeback win.
However, the match was remembered more for Andreeva’s visible distress on court. Midway through the second set, after double-faulting in the fifth game, the young Russian’s frustration boiled over as she shouted in her native language, “F**king sick of this f**king tennis.”
At another moment, she was seen looking directly into the camera and asking not to be filmed during a changeover. Later in the match, Andreeva broke down in tears after missing a shot, covering her face with a towel during a changeover as she struggled to compose herself.
The raw emotions struck a chord with viewers, many of whom took to X to express sympathy and concern for her mental well-being.
What Are Fans Saying About Andreeva’s Mental Struggles on Court?
Several users shared heartfelt messages urging the teenager to prioritize her emotional health. One fan wrote, “If Andreeva qualifies for the WTA Finals, I have to wonder if it’s actually worth her playing? She’s been crying after every error today. Not sure three matches vs top 10 players would be particularly competitive or beneficial to her at this point. Seems like she just needs a break.”
Another supporter added, “She’s so ahead of schedule career-wise I almost think it’s a burden on her sometimes.”
Others echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing her age and the pressures that come with early success. “She’s still at her teen age, her emotion maybe still explosive, but she better get help soon,” one user commented.
Another wrote, “I really hope she gets the support she needs, she’s only 18 and playing against someone so much older than her. Tennis is such a brutal sport and so many more experienced players have struggled with their emotional state during games, imagine what it would be like for her.”
Some reactions were more critical, reflecting concern mixed with tough love. “Mirra Andreeva needs to take the rest of the year off and just be a kid. She can’t handle any kind of pressure and is just looking foolish on the court, crying and throwing a temper tantrum,” one post read.
Another user sympathized but pointed out the challenges of youth in professional tennis, writing, “She was clearly frustrated. Tough moment for such a young player under pressure.”
Andreeva’s on-court outbursts have been recurring since 2023, including hitting balls into the crowd and clashing with umpires. In 2025, incidents continued at Indian Wells, Roland Garros, Berlin, and Bad Homburg, often leaving her visibly frustrated.
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Her emotional Wimbledon quarterfinal loss to Belinda Bencic highlighted the ongoing challenges of managing pressure at a young age.
Looking ahead, Andreeva is set to compete next at the Ningbo Open in China, scheduled for Oct. 13-19. It will mark her second outing at the WTA 500 tournament. In her previous appearance, she recorded impressive wins over Barbora Krejcikova and Karolina Muchova to reach the final, where she ultimately fell to Daria Kasatkina 0-6, 6-4, 4-6.
