Amanda Anisimova suffered a devastating 6-0, 6-0 loss to Iga Świątek in the Wimbledon final on Saturday. The match lasted just 57 minutes and left the 23-year-old American tennis player feeling heartbroken.
Anisimova’s loss was a brutal reminder that no sport is as psychologically demanding as tennis. With no clock or bell to escape, players must continue fighting until the end of the match. Świątek, who has won six consecutive Grand Slam finals, showed no mercy against Anisimova, dominating her with ease.
The aftermath of the loss was just as tough for Anisimova. She became overwhelmed and disoriented on court, covering her head with a towel before leaving to receive her runners-up’s plate. When she returned, tears streamed down her face as she struggled to speak.
In a touching speech, Anisimova revealed that her mother had flown in from the UK to support her, saying “My mom is the most selfless person I know.” Despite being considered one of the most promising young tennis players, Anisimova’s loss was a painful reminder that even with hard work and dedication, setbacks can occur.
Tracy Austin, a two-time U.S. Open champion, praised Anisimova’s courage in speaking out about her struggles with fatigue and mental exhaustion. “I feel heartbroken for Anisimova,” she said. “But I hope and pray that Anisimova is really proud of what she’s done. This is just the beginning for her.”
Anisimova remains optimistic, using this loss as an opportunity to grow stronger mentally. She expressed gratitude to her loved ones and vowed to focus on her physical and mental recovery. As Austin said, “This is probably going to make (me) stronger in the end.”
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6490165/2025/07/12/tennis-wimbledon-final-anisimova-swiatek-bagel