In a stunning display of power and precision, eighth-seeded Mirra Andreeva stormed past Marta Kostyuk to secure her place in the maiden Grand Slam final of her career at the French Open 2026. The match, which lasted just 76 minutes, saw Andreeva dominate from start to finish, snapping Kostyuk's impressive 17-match winning streak in the process.
A Dominant Performance
Andreeva, who has been in scintillating form throughout the tournament, showed no signs of nerves as she took to the court at Roland Garros. Her aggressive baseline play and exceptional court coverage left Kostyuk struggling to find any rhythm. The young Russian broke Kostyuk's serve early in the first set and never looked back, closing it out with a commanding 6-2 scoreline.
The second set followed a similar pattern, with Andreeva continuing to apply relentless pressure. Kostyuk, known for her fighting spirit, attempted to mount a comeback but was unable to counter Andreeva's powerful groundstrokes and precise shot placement. Andreeva sealed the victory with a 6-3 win in the second set, booking her spot in the final.
End of a Winning Streak
Kostyuk entered the match on a remarkable 17-match winning run, which had seen her claim titles in Stuttgart and Madrid earlier this year. However, Andreeva's clinical performance brought that streak to an abrupt halt. The Ukrainian player acknowledged her opponent's superiority, stating, "Mirra played an incredible match. She was too good today."
Andreeva's Road to the Final
Andreeva's journey to the final has been nothing short of impressive. She defeated several top-ranked players en route, showcasing her maturity and composure beyond her years. Her victory over Kostyuk marks the biggest win of her young career and sets up a highly anticipated final showdown.
What's Next?
Andreeva will now prepare for the biggest match of her life, where she will face either world number one Iga Swiatek or fourth-seeded Elena Rybakina, who play their semi-final later today. Regardless of the opponent, Andreeva has already made history by becoming the youngest Grand Slam finalist since Emma Raducanu in 2021.
The tennis world will be watching closely as the 17-year-old sensation looks to cap off her remarkable run with a championship title at Roland Garros.
