Amanda Anisimova burst onto the tennis scene with precocious talent and a fearlessness that wowed crowds and commentators alike. By her teens, she was already making waves at the Grand Slams, poised to become one of the sport’s rising stars. But in 2019, her momentum was shattered by the sudden and tragic loss of her father, who had also been her coach and biggest supporter. The grief was profound, and her world turned upside down.
A Cascade of Challenges
The following years were a relentless test of endurance. In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the tour, training schedules, and life itself—stealing yet more stability from an already shaken young athlete. Then came 2021, marked by repeated injuries that kept her sidelined and made it difficult to rediscover her rhythm. The physical pain was one thing; the mental toll was just as heavy.
Stepping Away and Fading From View
In 2023, Anisimova made the brave decision to step away from tennis altogether. Her ranking plummeted, dropping her outside the top 400. For many, it seemed she was gone for good, another gifted talent worn down before her prime. Yet behind the scenes, a quiet rebuild was underway—emotionally, mentally, and physically.
The Triumphant Return
Two years later, in early 2025, Anisimova returned to the court with renewed energy and focus. She stunned the tennis world by winning the prestigious tournament in Doha, showcasing a level of play that suggested her best years were still ahead. The rankings responded accordingly, and by July 2025, she had clawed her way back into the top 10.
Wimbledon Glory
Her journey reached a thrilling high at Wimbledon 2025. Against all odds and expectations, Anisimova stormed through the draw to reach the final—her first at the All England Club. With precision, power, and poise, she reminded the world of her immense talent and undaunted spirit.
Amanda Anisimova’s story is not just about athletic achievement. It’s about grit, healing, and an extraordinary resurgence. Her place in tennis history is secure, not because of how easily she won, but because of everything she had to overcome just to return.
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Anisimova in Wimbledon, ranking, and results in 2025
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23 year old
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Currently the world no.12 (career-high), Amanda has achieved an overall 31-12 record in 2025. Amanda is playing at the moment in Wimbledon where she managed to beat the world no.33 Yulia Putintseva 6-0 6-0, the world no.71 Renata Zarazua 6-4 6-3, the world no.110 Dalma Galfi 6-3 5-7 6-3, the world no.27 Linda Noskova 6-2 5-7 6-4, the world no.50 Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 6-1 7-6(9) and the world no.1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-4 4-6 6-4.
Amanda Anisimova will compete against the world no.4 Iga Swiatek in the final on Saturday at 4:00 pm on Centre Court. They have never played each other until now on the main tour.
The American conquered 1 title in 2025 in Doha. Anisimova got to the final in London (LTA London Championships).
