Mirra Andreeva wins First Grand Slam Title at Roland Garros

Mirra Andreeva is a Grand Slam champion for the first time after defeating Maja Chwalinska 6-3, 6-2 in the Roland Garros final.

At just 19 years old, Andreeva becomes the youngest woman to win the French Open since Monica Seles in 1992.

The victory also sees Andreeva claim the sixth title of her career and move to No. 1 in the Race to the WTA Finals with a tour-leading 36 wins in 2026.

Despite the achievement, Andreeva was quick to recognize the run produced by Chwalinska, who came through qualifying and reached the first Grand Slam final of her career.

“Of course first of all congrats to Maja for these amazing three weeks. Passing through qualies, winning so many matches, beating so many great players, congrats to your team as well. You guys have done an amazing job.”

“You’re a very tricky opponent. I wouldn’t want to play against you one more time,” she joked. “I wish you the best of luck for the rest of the season.”

Andreeva also thanked her team for helping her reach the biggest moment of her career.

“Thanks to my team. I can be a tough cookie sometimes. It’s pretty hard to put up with me certain days.”

“Thank you very much for pushing me to my limits. Thank you for making me work even when I don’t want to work. You always push me.”

The teenager reserved a special message for her parents, who have supported her throughout her journey in tennis.

“I will say a special thanks to my parents for always supporting me and always believing in me. My dad is currently watching on TV. Thanks so much for always being there for me and supporting me no matter what.”

“Last but not least I also wanna thank myself for believing in myself. Always giving my 100% even when it’s tough. Trying every day to be better as a person and as a player.”

“Believing I can do this. Fighting so many demons inside of me. Only I know how tough it was for me. How nervous I was these last few weeks.”

“Also thanks to myself for working so hard and giving my best.”

At 19 years old, she is already a Grand Slam champion. Based on what she has shown this season, there may be many more major titles to come.