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The Irish Sun
a day ago
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- The Irish Sun
Amanda Anisimova breaks down in tears during Wimbledon final whitewash and consoled on Centre Court
AMANDA ANISIMOVA choked back tears during her Wimbledon final horror show. The American was dismantled 6-0 6-0 by Iga Swiatek in less than an hour on Centre Court. 4 Amanda Anisimova was brought to tears during and after her Wimbledon final defeat 4 The American was defeated in straight sets in under an hour 4 The 23-year-old broke down in tears during her on court interview afterwards 4 But she managed to pay a heartfelt tribute to her mum and coaching team A game before the end of the match, Anisimova was seen crying while sitting down. After the game finished, she retreated away from the courtside cameras to collect herself. But as she returned to the court to be presented with the runner-up trophy, the 23-year-old was overcome with emotion once again. She was seen wiping away tears as she lined up for the award ceremony. Anisimova collected her trophy and then spoke to the crowd and media after the match. However, she couldn't hold back her tears once again and welled up during her speech. She managed to pay heartfelt tribute to her team and mum as she struggled to keep her composure. Most read in Sport THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video . Like us on Facebook at
The Sun
2 days ago
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- The Sun
Amanda Anisimova silences doubters with stunning Wimbledon final run
AMANDA ANISIMOVA has silenced her doubters by reaching her first Wimbledon final, just two years after being warned that a mental health break could derail her career. The 23-year-old American, seeded 13th, stunned world number one Aryna Sabalenka with a hard-fought 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 victory in Thursday's semi-final on Centre Court. Anisimova will now face five-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek in Saturday's title match. The achievement marks a remarkable turnaround for the former teen prodigy, who stepped away from tennis in 2023 due to depression caused by the pressures of early success. After her breakthrough run to the 2019 French Open semi-finals at just 17, Anisimova struggled to meet expectations. Critics warned that her hiatus would jeopardize her career, but she has proven them wrong with a resurgent 2025 season. Following a drop outside the top 400 upon her return, she claimed the Qatar Open in February and reached the Queen's Club final in June. Her Wimbledon success guarantees a top-10 WTA ranking next week, a first for the American. Reflecting on her journey, Anisimova said, 'When I took my break, a lot of people told me that you would never make it to the top again if you take so much time away from the game. Just me being able to prove that you can get back to the top if you prioritise yourself—that's been incredibly special.' Anisimova is only the second player in the Open era to reach a Grand Slam final after losing in qualifying the previous year. 'For it to happen here is still a little bit unbelievable to me,' she admitted. Her upcoming clash with Swiatek holds sentimental value, as the pair last met in the Junior Fed Cup finals. 'Iga is such an unbelievable player. She's been an inspiration to me,' Anisimova said. 'Getting to compete against her again is going to be super special.' - AFP
The Sun
3 days ago
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- The Sun
Amanda Anisimova silences doubters with Wimbledon final run
AMANDA ANISIMOVA has silenced her doubters by reaching the Wimbledon final, just two years after taking a mental health break that many warned could end her career. The 23-year-old American, seeded 13th, defeated world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 in a thrilling semi-final on Centre Court. Anisimova will now face five-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek in Saturday's final. This marks a remarkable comeback for the former teen prodigy, who stepped away from tennis in 2023 due to depression caused by the pressures of early success. 'I think it's different for everyone. I think it goes to show that it is possible,' Anisimova said. 'When I took my break, a lot of people told me that you would never make it to the top again if you take so much time away from the game.' Her journey back has been far from easy. After returning last year, she fell outside the top 400 but steadily rebuilt her form, winning the Qatar Open in February and reaching the Queen's Club final in June. Now, she is set to break into the WTA top 10 for the first time. Anisimova is only the second player in the Open era to reach a Grand Slam final after failing to qualify the previous year. 'It's incredibly special,' she said. 'For it to happen here is still a little bit unbelievable to me.' She has never faced Swiatek professionally but recalls their junior days, including a loss in the Junior Fed Cup finals. 'Iga is such an unbelievable player. She's also been an inspiration to me,' Anisimova said. 'Getting to compete against her again is going to be super special.' - AFP
