Marta Kostyuk won her first WTA 1000 title at the 2026 Mutua Madrid Open on May 2 by defeating Mirra Andreeva with a score of 6-3, 7-5. The victory marks an impressive milestone in her career, as she celebrated with a backflip on the court.
Kostyuk entered the tournament as the 26th seed and left as the champion. This victory also propelled her to World No. 15 in the tennis rankings.
The young Ukrainian has been on a remarkable unbeaten run on clay, extending her record to twelve consecutive wins this season. She converted all four of her break points during the final match against Andreeva.
Andreeva, who is only 19 years old, finished as the runner-up and earned significant ranking points. Her performance at the Madrid Open moved her up to World No. 7.
Financial Highlights:
Kostyuk earned €1,007,165 ($1,188,197) in prize money for her victory. and Andreeva received €535,585 ($631,853) for her efforts as the runner-up.
Kostyuk’s win adds to her total of three career titles. The current WTA 1000 season has already seen four different champions across five events, showcasing a competitive landscape.
Mirra Andreeva expressed mixed emotions after the match, saying, “I’m very excited for tomorrow, but at the same time I caught myself being a little bit sad. Because I don’t want to be old, and I don’t want to grow up.” Her sentiment reflects the pressures young athletes face in professional sports.
The next major event for both players will be crucial as they aim to build on their recent performances and solidify their standings in upcoming tournaments.