Tennis-Russian teenager Andreeva uses Nadal as role model

Tennis - Wimbledon - All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, Britain - July 9, 2023 Russia's Mirra Andreeva in action during her third round match against Russia's Anastasia Potapova REUTERS/Andrew Couldridge

LONDON (Reuters) - Schoolgirl and tennis prodigy Mirra Andreeva is modelling herself on Rafa Nadal for mental toughness and resilience.

The 16-year-old Russian, who beat compatriot and 22nd seed Anastasia Potapova to reach the Wimbledon fourth round on Sunday, said she had been working on the psychological side of her game and the 22-time Grand Slam winner was an example to follow.