In a jaw-dropping revelation that has stunned the tennis world, Bianca Andreescu has opened up about the hidden emotional battle behind her meteoric rise — and why, at the peak of her success, she felt like an imposter.
In an exclusive interview with The Players’ Room, the 2019 US Open champion revealed, “There were nights I couldn’t sleep. I’d stare at the trophy and think — maybe I just got lucky. Maybe I don’t belong here.”
Fans were quick to react, flooding social media with messages of support and disbelief. The Canadian star, once hailed as tennis’s next big thing, seemed untouchable — but behind the scenes, Bianca admitted she was dealing with crippling self-doubt, mental fatigue, and identity struggles.
Her confession comes amid a major comeback season after years of injuries, burnout, and time away from the tour. She says the pressure to constantly perform and the weight of being labeled a “tennis prodigy” took a toll on her confidence.
“I didn’t feel like myself. I felt like I had to live up to someone else’s idea of who Bianca Andreescu was supposed to be,” she added.
But her story doesn’t end there.
In the same interview, Andreescu shared that therapy, meditation, and stepping back from the spotlight were key to rebuilding her mental strength. “I finally realized that winning doesn’t define me. Who I am — and how I carry myself — does.”
This confession has sparked a wider conversation across the sports world about mental health, pressure in pro sports, and the double standards placed on young female athletes.
Bianca Andreescu’s vulnerability is resonating far beyond tennis courts — reminding everyone that behind every trophy is a very human story.
