Wimbledon 2025 odds and predictions as Amanda Anisimova faces Iga Swiatek
After nearly a fortnight packed with gripping tennis, sun-soaked courts, and plenty of upsets, the women's singles at Wimbledon has whittled down to two fresh finalists – and neither has ever set foot in a final here before.
For the first time, the famous Venus Rosewater Dish will be claimed by either Iga Swiatek or Amanda Anisimova, both newcomers to this stage at SW19. Swiatek enters as the clear frontrunner according to bookmakers, aiming to extend her already impressive haul of five Grand Slam trophies. Anisimova, on the other hand, has defied the odds – quite literally – having started the tournament at an outsider's price of 40/1. Should she pull off another upset, she'll join a growing list of unexpected champions in recent years.
British tennis fans have more than just the women's final to look forward to. There's home-grown interest in the men's doubles, where Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool have broken new ground by reaching their first major final together.
Swiatek's semi-final performance was nothing short of ruthless. She dispatched Belinda Bencic with a commanding 6-2, 6-0 victory, needing only 72 minutes to book her place in Saturday's showpiece. It was a reminder of why she's held the world number one spot and dominated the clay courts of Roland Garros as well as triumphing at the US Open in 2022.
Anisimova's route to the final was more hard-fought but no less impressive. Playing in her first Grand Slam semi since her breakthrough at the French Open five years ago, she took on Aryna Sabalenka and came out on top after a tense three-set battle. The American's 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 win showed grit and determination that will serve her well in her maiden major final.
Interestingly, Saturday will mark the very first encounter between Swiatek and Anisimova on any surface – so there's no head-to-head record to pore over. What we do know is that Swiatek has made it count every time she's reached a Grand Slam final, boasting a perfect five-from-five record so far.
Throughout this year's championships, Swiatek has dropped just one set – back in round two against Caty McNally. Since then, she hasn't looked back, reeling off ten consecutive sets and looking every bit like a champion-in-waiting.
As anticipation builds for this historic showdown, tennis fans can expect fireworks on Centre Court – with history guaranteed for whoever lifts the trophy. Whether it's Swiatek adding another chapter to her remarkable career or Anisimova completing a true underdog story, it promises to be a fitting finale to a memorable Wimbledon fortnight.
Amanda Anisimova vs Iga Swiatek Odds
Amanda Anisimova - 2/1
Iga Swiatek - 5/11
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Amanda Anisimova vs Iga Swiatek Betting Tips
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Andreeva 2-0 sets - 6/5
Over 21.5 games - 10/11
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