Andy Roddick defends Mirra Andreeva against temperament criticism

Former world No. 1 Andy Roddick has defended tennis player Mirra Andreeva against criticism regarding her on-court emotional outbursts. Speaking on his Served podcast, Roddick argued that her temperament should not overshadow her professional achievements.

Andreeva has had a significant 2026 season, winning titles at Roland Garros, Adelaide, and Linz. Despite a recent loss to Zheng Qinwen at the China Open, she reached a world ranking of No. 3 and qualified for the WTA Finals. Roddick emphasized her competitive mentality and ability to win matches even when not playing at her peak, suggesting she has the potential to reach the world No. 1 position.