Anisimova Stuns Sabalenka to Reach Maiden Wimbledon Final, Sets Up Blockbuster Clash with Świątek

 LONDON, England – July 12, 2025 – The hallowed grass courts of Wimbledon are set to witness a thrilling conclusion to the women’s singles championship, as American sensation Amanda Anisimova has powered her way into her first Grand Slam final, overcoming World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a captivating semi-final encounter. She will now face five-time major champion Iga Świątek in a highly anticipated showdown for the coveted Venus Rosewater Dish.

Anisimova, the 13th seed, delivered a remarkable performance on Centre Court, battling through a grueling three-set match against top-seeded Sabalenka. This triumph marks Anisimova’s return to the Wimbledon main draw after a three-year absence and is a testament to her talent, perseverance, and mental fortitude, especially considering her journey back to the sport after personal struggles.

“It was such a tough match and a little bit of a rollercoaster there,” Anisimova stated after her semi-final win. “I struggled to hold my serve in the second set. It just goes to show when you miss a crucial point or lose a game, the margins are so slim, especially when you’re playing the number one in the world.”

Her aggressive style, particularly her powerful, flat groundstrokes and exceptional two-handed backhand, proved to be a formidable weapon on the fast grass courts, allowing her to neutralize Sabalenka’s equally potent baseline game. Anisimova’s victory also keeps American hopes alive for a third women’s Grand Slam champion this year, following Madison Keys’ triumph at the Australian Open and Coco Gauff’s Roland-Garros title.


Awaiting Anisimova in Saturday’s final is the formidable Iga Świątek, the 8th seed, who delivered a masterclass performance in her semi-final, dispatching Belinda Bencic with a dominant 6-2, 6-0 victory.


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