5 questions with Roland Garros champ Mirra Andreeva

Mirra Andreeva has had a stellar 2026 season, maintaining her impressive form in Beijing. After cruising through the second and third round, the World No. 5 will face off against Daria Singur from Ukraine on Tuesday.

Maggie Bane caught up with Andreeva following the victory in her tournament opener on Day 2. 

Where do you keep your trophy from Roland-Garros? 

“We have a TV and then we have a TV stand below our TV and I have a couple of Lego sets and it’s in between those Lego sets.” 

Can you describe your pre-match routine? Are you superstitious about anything at all? 

“I think I was very superstitious when I was younger but now I feel like I just get tired thinking about all those things. Of course, I still have some routines. I always need an hour and a half before my match because I have to get taped by the physios, I have to talk to Manchita about the tactics and then we always play one or two Uno games.” 

I know you like Gossip Girl. What other TV shows and movies are your favorite right now? 

“I loved watching Lucifer on Netflix. I love, of course, Vampire Diaries. Let it be those three. And also Money Heist. I loved Money Heist.” 

What’s your relationship with your dog Ressy? What tournament would you bring your dog to if you could pick? 

“If it would be up to me, I’d bring her to every single tournament. I think the first tournament that allows dogs to be on the site, then Ressy will be there.” 

If you weren’t a tennis player, what would be your dream career? 

“I would really love to try being an actor. I think I wouldn’t do bad because I’ve practiced and it takes me like maybe a couple of minutes to cry. So maybe I could be a good actor.”