Andreeva Survives Match Points; Kostyuk Upsets Anisimova in Brisbane

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Andreeva Survives Match Points; Kostyuk Upsets Anisimova in Brisbane

In a thrilling matchup at the Brisbane International, Mirra Andreeva emerged victorious over Linda Noskova after a dramatic contest. On Tuesday, Andreeva saved two match points in a tight match that concluded with a score of 5-7, 6-4, 7-5, advancing her to the quarterfinals. This win marks the sixth meeting between Andreeva and Noskova, with three encounters taking place in Brisbane alone.

Upcoming Challenge for Andreeva

Andreeva’s triumph sets up an exciting quarterfinal duel against the 16th seed, Marta Kostyuk. This will be the first time the two players face each other on the WTA Tour.

Kostyuk’s Significant Win

Kostyuk achieved a notable upset by defeating the tournament’s second seed, Amanda Anisimova, with a score of 6-4, 6-3. This victory represents Kostyuk’s third win over a Top 3 player in her career. Her objective for the 2026 season is to break into the Top 10, and this win supports her ambition.

Match Highlights

Andreeva’s match with Noskova lasted 2 hours and 23 minutes, wrapping up just after 11:30 p.m. local time. The match was delayed due to prior three-set victories by Madison Keys and Jessica Pegula. Andreeva faced immediate pressure from Noskova’s aggressive style. Reflecting on the match, she remarked, “I did not expect that she would play this aggressive from the beginning.”

Turning Point for Andreeva

Although Andreeva broke Noskova to take a 4-3 lead, she quickly relinquished that advantage. Down 5-4, she found herself facing double match points but showcased resilience by executing a backhand down the line and serving an ace. She broke Noskova again, converting her first match point with another powerful winner.

Kostyuk’s Road to Victory

Kostyuk’s victory over Anisimova demonstrated her growth as a player. She registered 16 winners, including six aces, and saved five of the six break points she confronted. Her strategy involved attacking Anisimova’s second serve effectively, allowing the American player only 32% of those points.