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‘People Here Are Crazy’ – Canadian Tennis Star Bianca Andreescu on Fans and Vibes at Italian Open
Bianca Andreescu had a fairy-tale run at the 2019 US Open. She went on to defeat the local favorite, Serena Williams, in the finals to notch the biggest win of her career. In the process, she became the first player from her country to win a major singles title.
However, ever since her monumental feat, Andreescu has had up and down moments with struggles due to injuries and mental-health-related problems. Further, she missed the start of the 2022 season after taking a mini-break from tennis. Subsequently, she made a comeback during the clay-court season and has had decent runs at tournaments.
The Canadian tennis star is in Rome to participate at the Italian Open. Recently, she opened up about her time in the country and the fan atmosphere at the tournament.
Bianca Andreescu on her maiden appearance at the Italian Open
During an interview, the interviewer asked the 21-year-old whether she went shopping in Italy. Andreescu replied, “Priorities (laughter)? I was here last year in October and I did a lot of shopping. I know all the good spots. I’ll definitely go again this year.”
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 07: Bianca Andreescu of Canada celebrates winning match point during her Women’s Singles final match against Serena Williams of the United States on day thirteen of the 2019 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 07, 2019 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
Further, she added, “This is my first time at the tournament. It’s a different atmosphere. The people here are crazy, but in the best way. They love their tennis. I love that kind of atmosphere. I also do see some Canadians, some Romanians here, which I love. I appreciate all the support. I really love the courts as well. It suits my game style. I know I say that a lot, but I like it.”
Andreescu enters the third round in Rome
Yesterday, the former US Open champion breezed past Nuria Parrizas Diaz of Spain in straight sets 6-3, 7-6 (4) in the second round of the Italian Open. Earlier, the Canadian defeated Emma Raducanu in the first round after the latter had to retire due to a back injury.
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In the pre-quarterfinals, Andreescu will face Petra Martic. Can the Canadian dig deep in her maiden appearance at this tournament? Let us know your views in the comments below.
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