Summary
Amanda Anisimova reached her first Grand Slam final at Wimbledon, defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka. The 23-year-old American will compete against Poland's Iga Swiatek in the final, marking a significant comeback after taking time off for her mental health.
Key Facts
- Amanda Anisimova defeated Aryna Sabalenka with scores of 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 to reach the Wimbledon final.
- This is Anisimova's first Grand Slam final appearance.
- Anisimova took a break from tennis to focus on her mental health before making this comeback.
- She was ranked 191st last year and did not qualify for the main draw at Wimbledon.
- Anisimova is the second woman in the Open era to reach a Grand Slam final after failing to qualify the previous year.
- She was accompanied by family and friends at Wimbledon during her successful run.
- Her performance will improve her ranking to within the world's top 10.
- Anisimova aims to be the third American woman to win a Grand Slam title this year.
