Mirra Andreeva vs. Loïs Boisson: Roland Garros 2025 Quarterfinal Recap
The women's singles quarterfinal between Russia's No. 6 seed **Mirra Andreeva** (18 years old, world No. 7) and France's wild card **Loïs Boisson** (22 years old, world No. 361) took place on **June 4, 2025**, on Court Philippe-Chatrier at Roland Garros. This matchup pitted a rising teen prodigy—fresh off WTA 1000 titles in Dubai and Indian Wells—against a home favorite on her main-draw debut, following Boisson's stunning fourth-round upset over No. 3 seed Jessica Pegula.
#### Match Result
- **Winner**: Loïs Boisson (France)
- **Final Score**: 7-6(8), 6-3
- **Duration**: Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes
- **Key Stats**:
| Category | Mirra Andreeva | Loïs Boisson |
|--------------------|----------------|--------------|
| Aces | 2 | 1 |
| Double Faults | 4 | 3 |
| First Serve % | 62% | 68% |
| Winners | 18 | 24 |
| Unforced Errors | 22 | 19 |
| Break Points Converted | 1/5 | 2/4 |
Boisson's aggressive baseline play and 24 winners overwhelmed Andreeva, who struggled with consistency under intense crowd pressure. The Frenchwoman saved two set points in the opener and converted a crucial break in the second set to secure the biggest win of her career.
#### Match Highlights
- **First Set (7-6(8))**: A tense battle with Andreeva leading 5-3 and earning a set point, only for Boisson to reel off three straight games. The 12th game featured multiple deuces, but Boisson edged the tiebreak 8-6 after saving another set point, fueled by roaring French fans.
- **Second Set**: Andreeva broke early for 3-1, but Boisson broke back immediately and held firm. She sealed the match with a forehand winner on her second match point, dropping to her knees in celebration amid a standing ovation.
- **Notable Moments**: Andreeva, coached by Conchita Martínez, showed frustration with her box during errors, gesturing for them to leave—a rare crack in her composure. Boisson, returning from a 2024 ACL tear, called the win "incredible" and credited the crowd's energy.
#### Post-Match Impact
Boisson advanced to her first Grand Slam semifinal, facing No. 2 seed Coco Gauff (who beat Madison Keys 6-7(5), 6-4, 6-1 earlier that day). This marked her as the first Frenchwoman in the Roland Garros semifinals since Marion Bartoli in 2011 and the first wild card to reach this stage in the Open Era on her debut. Andreeva, seeking a second straight semifinal here, reflected on the mental challenge: "Today was one of those days when it’s just a bit harder to deal with everything."
