Amanda Anisimova who is only 23, is the new name in the international tennis community ground which is gaining fan following rapidly. With her first Wimbledon semi-final, she proved her hard work and skill which no one ever expected from her. The 13th seed displayed impressive fitness and mental stability to overcome Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova who is also known for her excellent skills and stole the place in the semifinal with world No.1 contender Aryna Sabalenka. This achievement is the result of the strict mindset after a long break from 2023 for her mental health recovery.
Amanda Anisimova Vs Pavlyuchenkova:
Anisimova played the full game with dominating control of the high-stakes Wimbledon quarter-final in which she scored 6-1 in the first set.She was up 5-2 in the second set from the very first. During which Pavlyuchenkova tried her best to resist Anisimova, saving a few match points in forcing a unbelievable tiebreak. The American fought remarkably five tiebreak points before converting her Final master stroke in last match point to gain her winning position 6-1, 7-6(9).
Most importantly, Anisimova shared her victory with her nephew Jackson then and there, showing her adventurous journey, struggle and all the mental and moral supports towards her.
After failing to qualify at Wimbledon in 2024, Anisimova took the best decision to take a mental health break and this smart move paid her off. She improved her position from 442 to the top 10 in World Ranking that shows her dedication and hard work, which is influenced by a WTA 1000 title in Qatar and also a strong showcase at Queen’s Club. Her Wimbledon campaign seals her comeback, the first American woman into the Semi-Finals since Serena Williams in 2019, which is a big deal for her as well as US reputation.
World’s Top contender Aryna Sabalenka is up next after she defeated Laura Siegemund. The Finals are getting closer and this semi-final is the showdown of the ability and determination of both players. If Anisimova gets her hands on the Championship, she won’t only have made it to her first major final since 2019; she will also have extended her striking resurgence.
The Heat is On..!!!
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