Amanda Anisimova is back at Wimbledon with unfinished business. Last year, the American reached her first Grand Slam final on the famous grass courts. However, she suffered a devastating 6-0, 6-0 defeat against Iga Swiatek. The loss lasted only 57 minutes. It was the worst result in a Wimbledon ladies' final since 1911.
Remarkably, Anisimova recovered from that painful experience in just six weeks. At the 2025 US Open, she avenged her loss by beating Swiatek in the quarterfinals. She then defeated Naomi Osaka to reach the final at Flushing Meadows. Although she lost to Aryna Sabalenka in the championship match, her resilience impressed everyone.
Anisimova's journey has not been straightforward. She took a mental health break from tennis in 2023. She returned in 2024 and steadily climbed the rankings again. This year, she has dealt with a wrist injury and a coaching change. Despite these setbacks, she remains determined to compete at the highest level.
Now ranked sixth in the world, Anisimova arrives at Wimbledon 2026 with renewed confidence. She told the BBC she hopes to rewrite the story in a positive way. If she could overcome her nerves in big moments, she would have a real chance. Fans will be watching closely to see whether she can finally claim a Grand Slam title.
