Mboko Stuns Andreeva to Advance to Qatar Open Quarterfinals
Victoria Mboko, a promising tennis player from Canada, has advanced to the quarterfinals of the Qatar Open. She achieved this milestone by defeating fifth-seeded Mirra Andreeva with a score of 6-3, 3-6, 7-6 (5). The match took place on Wednesday, showcasing Mboko’s resilience as she survived a match point to secure her victory.
Match Highlights
Mboko, who is seeded 10th in this WTA 1000 hardcourt tournament, faced a challenging final set. After a double fault from Andreeva, which allowed Mboko to break and level the score at 5-5, the tension escalated. Ultimately, Mboko triumphed in the tiebreaker, concluding the match with a decisive backhand winner.
Player Insights
- Mboko remarked on her performance, stating, “I feel like I came out with some very clutch shots at the end.”
- She acknowledged the fatigue both players experienced during the tiebreak.
- Mboko noted her strategy, indicating a focus on finding openings against Andreeva’s strong court coverage and slicing techniques.
Career Progression
This victory enhances Mboko’s record to 11-3 for the season. As a 19-year-old from Toronto, she has had a notable career thus far, including winning two titles in 2025 and clinching a 1000-level crown at the National Bank Open in Montreal. Currently ranked 13th in the world, she has the opportunity to enter the top-10 with a successful quarterfinal match.
Upcoming Matches
Mboko’s next challenge will be against the victor of the match between Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina and China’s Zheng Qinwen. This upcoming matchup promises to be exciting as Mboko continues her quest for further success at the Qatar Open.
Doubles Results
- In doubles, Ottawa’s Gabriela and Brazil’s Luisa Stefani, fifth seeds, secured a 6-3, 6-4 win over Czech player Marie Bouzkova and Russia’s Liudmila Samsonova.
- Conversely, Montreal’s Leylah Fernandez and France’s Kristina Mladenovic faced defeat against the fourth-seeded duo of Anna Danilina and Aleksandra Krunic, ending 6-2, 4-6, 10-4.
