Nerveless Andreeva reaches WTA Finals showpiece

Mirra Andreeva secured a spot in the WTA Finals championship match after a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Jessica Pegula in Indian Wells. At 19, the Russian becomes the youngest athlete to reach this stage of the tournament since Maria Sharapova in 2004, a result that guarantees her a year-end world ranking of number two.

Andreeva, who has not dropped a set throughout the event, overcame early deficits in both frames to defeat the American. Under the tutelage of Conchita Martinez, she dominated with her serve and will face either Linda Noskova or Elina Svitolina for the title on Sunday.

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