In the world of tennis, the spotlight is intensely focused on the newest rising star, Mirra Andreeva. This 17-year-old sensation recently made waves at the WTA 1000 tournament in Indian Wells, where she secured a monumental victory—her biggest thus far in a career that includes a Masters win in Dubai just a month prior. With this triumph, Andreeva's ascent in the WTA rankings has catapulted her into the Top 10 for the first time, landing her at No. 6.
As the tennis community eagerly anticipates the Rolex Porsche Tennis Grand Prix—slated to begin the week before Easter—Andreeva will take center stage alongside some of the biggest names in women’s tennis. Among the competitors is Aryna Sabalenka, the world No. 1 and the 2024 Player of the Year, who faced Andreeva in the final at Indian Wells. Sabalenka is determined to seize her first victory at the Porsche Arena in Stuttgart, having previously experienced three final losses.
The Porsche Tennis Grand Prix, scheduled for Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, promises to deliver high-stakes matches and stellar performances, particularly since no play will occur on Good Friday. The singles champion will drive home a brand-new Porsche Macan Turbo, adding to the allure of the event. Notable participants also include Iga Swiatek, ranked No. 2 and a former winner of the tournament in 2022 and 2023, who is also recognized as a “Friend of the Brand” for Porsche in Poland.
This year's lineup features an impressive roster, including Coco Gauff (No. 3) and Jessica Pegula (No. 4). Gauff, who secured her place in the history books with a US Open title in 2023 and a win at the 2024 WTA Finals in Riyadh, is another crowd favorite. Meanwhile, Pegula achieved victory in Austin earlier this year, cementing her status as one of the top players in the sport.
Markus Günthardt, the Tournament Director, expressed excitement over the caliber of players joining the event: “Our spectators can look forward to top-class tennis in the Porsche Arena again this year. The fact that the best four players in the world will be coming here along with a total of eight from the Top 10 is a special honour for the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix, and it’s something we can be proud of.”
Other prominent competitors include Jasmine Paolini (No. 7), who was a finalist at both Roland Garros and Wimbledon and won Olympic gold in doubles with Sara Errani, and Qinwen Zheng (No. 9), an Olympic singles champion and the winner of WTA tournaments in Tokyo and Palermo this year. Emma Navarro (No. 10) will be making her Porsche Tennis Grand Prix debut, having been named the WTA Most Improved Player of the Year for 2024.
In a remarkable comeback, Paula Badosa (No. 11) returns after an injury layoff to claim her fourth career title in Washington D.C. in 2024, earning her the title of WTA Comeback Player of the Year. Diana Shnaider (No. 13) appears as one of 2024’s breakout talents, successfully capturing four WTA titles this season. “It’s a great honor to be part of this prestigious event,” Shnaider stated, highlighting the significance of competing alongside world-class athletes.
Experienced players like Danielle Collins (No. 15), who won in Miami and Charleston in 2024, and Barbora Krejcikova (No. 16), reigning Wimbledon champion, add depth to the competition. The lineup also includes Olympic silver medalists Beatriz Haddad Maia (No. 18) and Donna Vekic (No. 19), as well as Ekaterina Alexandrova (No. 20).
Additionally, the tournament will feature several promising talents, including Liudmila Samsonova, Clara Tauson, and Magdalena Frech, with wild card entry granted to Eva Lys (currently ranked No. 76). Currently, the tournament anticipates awarding three more wild cards and four qualifiers as part of the 28-player main draw.
Ticket sales are brisk for the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix, with the Easter weekend nearly sold out. Fans can purchase tickets via the official tournament website or through Easy Ticket Service, highlighting the significant interest in this premier women’s tennis event.
The Porsche Tennis Grand Prix has been a mainstay in women’s tennis since its inception, first held in Filderstadt in 1978 and shifted to the Porsche Arena in Stuttgart from 2006 onward. It represents Porsche’s commitment to investing in women’s sports, supporting rising talents through initiatives like the Porsche Talent Team and Porsche Junior Team.
The anticipation surrounding the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix is palpable, with expectations that Andreeva, along with returning champions and new challengers, will create unforgettable moments. With world-class talent and the prestige of the tournament, fans are bound for an exhilarating showcase of top-tier tennis come April 21.
