Fri May 09 15:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Andreeva Favored in Italian Open Rematch Against Arango
**Rome, Italy** – Rising tennis star Mirra Andreeva will face qualifier Emiliana Arango in the second round of the Italian Open, a rematch of their 2023 French Open qualifying encounter. Seventeen-year-old Andreeva, currently seeded seventh, enters the match as a strong favorite, boasting back-to-back titles in Dubai and Indian Wells this season, where she defeated top players Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek. However, her form has been inconsistent since those victories, with early exits in several subsequent tournaments.
Arango, who has had a less consistent 2025 season highlighted by a WTA Challenger title and a runner-up finish in Merida, will be looking to upset the odds. Their previous meeting saw Andreeva triumph in straight sets. While Andreeva possesses superior current form and a winning head-to-head record, Arango’s potential to challenge shouldn’t be underestimated. Experts predict a tight start, but Andreeva’s consistent baseline game is expected to secure her the victory.
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