Swiss player Belinda Bencic has broken new ground at Wimbledon by advancing to her first-ever quarter-final at the tournament. To continue her impressive run into the semi-finals, she will need to overcome Mirra Andreeva, the seventh seed, who has displayed commanding form throughout the fortnight. Their upcoming clash promises intensity and high-stakes tennis as both aim to take a crucial step closer to the title.
Eighteen-year-old Andreeva is competing in her second consecutive Wimbledon quarter-final but has yet to go beyond this stage. Ranked fifth in both the WTA Live Rankings and the WTA Race standings, a win on Tuesday would see her rise to fourth in the Race.
Notably, she has not dropped a set across her four matches so far and has barely been tested. In just one set—the second-round tie-break—has she conceded more than three games. Her most recent performance was a decisive win over 10th seed Emma Navarro, dropping just five games in the match.
Contrasting Journeys Through the Draw
Bencic, currently unseeded, has made a significant push up the rankings by reaching the quarter-finals. She now sits at 23rd in the live WTA rankings and 15th in the live Race standings. The 28-year-old has claimed one title earlier this season, but her Wimbledon campaign has been more of a grind compared to her Russian opponent.
The Swiss player has battled through several extended contests en route to the last eight. Two of her matches have gone the distance to a deciding third set, and all three of her most recent wins have featured over 20.5 total games. Her fourth-round victory came against 18th seed Ekaterina Alexandrova, where she clinched the match 7-6, 6-4 in straight sets, showcasing grit under pressure.
Statistically, Bencic has logged more time on court than Andreeva, having played 95 games compared to the Russian’s 71. Andreeva’s efficient path reflects her dominance—she’s dropped very few games and has saved energy for the tournament’s latter stages. Adding to her credentials, Andreeva has already won two WTA 1000 titles this year and amassed 36 victories in the season so far, underlining her momentum.
Prediction: Andreeva to Keep Rolling
Given her current form, composure, and tournament efficiency, Mirra Andreeva enters this match as the clear favorite. Her consistent dominance, marked by straight-set wins and minimal time on court, positions her strongly against a player like Bencic who has endured more physically taxing matches.
While Bencic’s progress has been commendable, the younger Andreeva holds a performance edge in nearly every measurable aspect this fortnight. If she maintains the rhythm and court control seen in earlier rounds, Andreeva is well-placed to win this contest in straight sets and reach her first Grand Slam semi-final.