Rafael Nadal's special message to Anisimova after Wimbledon final loss: Be proud
But while the scoreboard was brutal, Anisimova's composure was widely appreciated — and it didn't go unnoticed by legends of the game. Rafael Nadal, who knows a thing or two about bouncing back from tough losses, reached out with a personal message on social media. The Spanish icon urged Anisimova to be proud of her run and reminded her of what it meant to reach a Grand Slam final — an achievement few in tennis ever experience."Be proud, Anisimova Amanda! Grand Slam finalist!" Nadal wrote on his post.Anisimova, 23, had come into the final high on confidence after knocking out World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka in the semis. Her defeat on Saturday made her the first woman since 1911 to be shut out in a Wimbledon final — a tough pill to swallow for a player making her first appearance in a Grand Slam final.It was a touching gesture from one of the sport's greatest, whose own career has been defined not only by titles but also resilience through setbacks.Despite the disappointment, Anisimova's performance over the fortnight at the All England Club has ensured her place in the spotlight. She is set to break into the WTA top 10 for the first time in her career when the new rankings are released, and her future remains bright.Swiatek, meanwhile, finally adds a Wimbledon crown to her collection, becoming one of the rare active players to win a major on all three surfaces.- Ends
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