Potapova entered the tournament after losing in qualifying, yet has upset Elena Rybakina, Karolina Pliskova and Jelena Ostapenko to become the first lucky loser to reach a WTA 1000 semi‑final. A win over Marta Kostyuk would set up a final against 19‑year‑old Mirra Andreeva, who recently beat Potapova in Linz. The pair have met five times, with Andreeva leading 3‑1. Potapova praised Andreeva’s talent and said a final showdown would be “very beautiful.” tr-sport.click
Potapova Eyes Madrid Final Clash with Andreeva
The Russian‑born Potapova, now representing Austria, has shocked the WTA by reaching the Madrid Open semi‑finals as a lucky loser and could meet teenager Mirra Andreeva in the final.
