Sixth Seed Andreeva Heavy Favorite in Berlin Opener
Sixth seed Mirra Andreeva takes on unseeded Magdalena Frech today at the Berlin Open. The Russian teenager has been riding strong momentum this season, with standout performances in Dubai and Indian Wells. Frech, who turned pro in 2013, claimed her maiden WTA title last year in Guadalajara over Olivia Gadecki but is still searching for her first win of the 2025 season. It’s win or go home for both in Berlin. Let’s see what unfolds today.
Growing before our eyes 🥹
— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) April 29, 2025
Wishing the Dubai and Indian Wells Champ, Mirra Andreeva, a fabulous 18th birthday! 🎂🎉 pic.twitter.com/uz4WGzC1ij
Andreeva has been on a tear this season, racking up back-to-back titles in Dubai and Indian Wells with statement wins over top names like Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, and Elena Rybakina. She opened her year with a semifinal run in Brisbane and skipped Adelaide to rest for Melbourne (fourth-round finish).
She has since added consecutive quarterfinal appearances in Madrid, Rome, and Roland Garros. Across 39 matches, the 17-year-old has fired 131 aces, won 68.5% of first-serve points, and converted 52.1% of her break points.
the moment Mirra Andreeva became Indian Wells CHAMPION at 17-years-old! 💚#TennisParadise pic.twitter.com/E9SlUVmpgA
— wta (@WTA) March 16, 2025
Frech, meanwhile, has been competitive but far from dominant. Her best showing came in Stuttgart with a last-16 finish, though she fell to Jessica Pegula in straight-set breadsticks. Elsewhere, she hasn’t advanced beyond the round of 32 and carries a 7-15 win-loss record entering into Berlin. Statistically, she’s fired 54 aces across 22 matches, with 59% first-serve points won and a 38.9% break point conversion rate.
And with that … clay season is officially over for me✔️🙌🏽🥰 Ups and downs but the most important thing is to move forward all the time!🏋🏼♀️📈Thanks to my Team, Fans and Merci Paris!🇫🇷❤️ @rolandgarros see ya next year!👋🏼🔜 Grass season just around the corner!🌱🤭 pic.twitter.com/BwmBpStrH2
— Magdalena Frech (@MFrech97) May 30, 2025
Mirra Andreeva holds a 2-0 head-to-head lead over Magdalena Frech going into their next clash. The Russian teenager edged a three-set battle in Melbourne, then followed up with a more convincing win in Madrid, firmly taking control of this rivalry.
| Year | Event | Round | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Australian Open | Round of 32 | Mirra Andreeva | 6-2, 1-6, 6-2 |
| 2025 | Madrid | Round of 32 | Mirra Andreeva | 7-5, 6-3 |
| Mirra Andreeva | Category | Magdalena Frech |
| 7 | Current Ranking | 25 |
| 140-42 | Career W-L | 419-299 |
| 21-8 | YTD W-L | 7-15 |
| 3 | Career Titles | 1 |
| 0 | Grand Slams | 0 |
| 2 | YTD Titles | 0 |
Andreeva enters Berlin in sizzling form and has already beaten Frech twice this year. With deeper runs, sharper stats, and top-tier scalps under her belt, the Russian teen is strongly favored to maintain her dominance.
A star is born ✨
— BNP Paribas Open (@BNPPARIBASOPEN) March 16, 2025
Mirra Andreeva | #TennisParadise pic.twitter.com/DfTLaeCHcf
Prediction: Magdalena Frech in straight sets
At 1/7, Andreeva is the overwhelming favorite over Frech, who stands at 9/2. Backed by a flawless head-to-head and far superior season stats, anything less than a straight-sets win for the sixth seed would be a surprise, to be honest.
Here are the betting odds according to BetMGM:
Mirra Andreeva: 1/7
Magdalena Frech: 9/2
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