Serena Williams’ ex-coach Rennae Stubbs makes bold prediction about Mirra Andreeva after stellar Indian Wells triumph Blog By celebrityinfo.online On Mar 20, 2025 0 Share - Advertisement - Serena Williams’ Former Coach Rennae Stubbs Makes Bold Prediction About Mirra Andreeva After Stunning Indian Wells Victory - Advertisement - Serena Williams’ former coach, Rennae Stubbs, has made a bold prediction about rising tennis star Mirra Andreeva following her remarkable triumph at the BNP Paribas Open. The 17-year-old sensation stunned the tennis world by defeating World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the final, 6-2, 4-6, 3-6, securing back-to-back WTA titles. - Advertisement - Andreeva is enjoying a breakout 2025 season. Teaming up with Wimbledon-winning coach Conchita Martinez, the young Russian has already claimed two titles this year. Before her Indian Wells victory, she clinched the Dubai Tennis Championships, defeating Clara Tauson 7-6(1), 6-1 in the final. Stubbs, who coached 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams, believes Andreeva has what it takes to be a long-term force in women’s tennis. Speaking on The Rennae Stubbs Podcast alongside Racquet Magazine founder Caitlin Thompson, she predicted a bright future for the young star. - Advertisement - “Mirra Andreeva is going to be a perennial top-five player throughout her entire career. She has the chutzpah, the work ethic, and the joy in her tennis,” Stubbs said. “She loses her temper from time to time, which she did in the final, but the way she fought through those matches was incredible.” LeBron James’ Influence on Andreeva’s Mentality Andreeva has credited basketball legend LeBron James as a key source of inspiration. After winning both Indian Wells and the Dubai Duty-Free Tennis Championships, she spoke about how his mindset has helped shape her approach to the game. Following her victory at Indian Wells, Andreeva revealed in an interview with Tennis Channel that she watched a motivational video of James before facing Sabalenka. - Advertisement - “I was listening to an interview with LeBron James where he said that even if you’re not feeling 100% physically, you can still choose to be 100% mentally—and that’s what makes champions. I tried to apply that same mindset,” she explained, via Tennis.com. Andreeva will soon return to action as she looks to continue her impressive form at the Miami Open, the second leg of the Sunshine Double. - Advertisement - 0 Share FacebookTwitterGoogle+ReddItWhatsAppPinterestEmail
