Mirra Andreeva, seeded No. 7, needed to demonstrate her best patient play to overcome the challenge posed by Magdalena Frech, securing a 7-5, 6-3 victory. This win propels her into the Mutua Madrid Open round of 16 for the third year in a row.
Andreeva holds an impressive record in Madrid, consistently avoiding defeat before the fourth round stage. Her remarkable journey began in 2023 when, as a 15-year-old wildcard ranked No. 312 in just her second WTA main draw appearance, she reached this level, catapulting her into the public eye. The following year, she improved upon this performance by advancing to her first WTA 1000 quarterfinal. By defeating the 27th-ranked Frech in this match, Andreeva successfully maintained this notable streak in the tournament, marking her second career win against the Pole.
Much like their previous encounter in the third round of the Australian Open (a match Andreeva won 6-2, 1-6, 6-2), this contest proved to be a difficult battle that tested Andreeva`s ability to maintain composure. At various points, particularly during the first set, the 17-year-old visibly displayed frustration facing Frech`s relentless defensive skills and retrieving prowess. Nevertheless, she effectively managed to shake off these moments of setback quickly and sealed her advance in a match lasting 1 hour and 41 minutes.
