Anisimova Shocks Swiatek to Advance in US Open

New York, NY – In a stunning upset at the US Open, Amanda Anisimova overcame the reigning champion, Iga Swiatek, in the quarterfinals, winning in straight sets. This victory not only avenged her recent loss to Swiatek in the Wimbledon finals, where she suffered a crushing defeat, but also showcased Anisimova’s determination and skill.

Anisimova’s match on Wednesday marked a dramatic turnaround from their previous encounter. During that Wimbledon final, Swiatek dominated, winning without dropping a game in just 57 minutes. However, this time, the No. 2 seeded Swiatek appeared frustrated from the outset. Anisimova’s performance revealed her resilience; after an early break by Swiatek in the first set, she quickly regained her footing to win 6-4.

As the second set unfolded, Swiatek opened with another break, but Anisimova responded aggressively, leveraging her powerful forehand and a consistent serve to regain control. At a pivotal moment, serving at 4-3, Swiatek needed to hold to stay competitive, but Anisimova broke her serve, eventually closing the match 6-3.

"I’ve been having the run of my life here. The first day I got here, I was like, ‘OK, let’s try and get through one round,’" Anisimova remarked after the victory. "This has been such a dream. To come back from Wimbledon like that is really special to me."

Statistically, Anisimova delivered a standout performance. She secured four breaks to Swiatek’s two and maintained a 29-23 advantage in receiving points won. A notable difference was evident in their serving stats; Anisimova achieved a 56% win percentage on her second serve, contrasting sharply with Swiatek’s 37%.

Anisimova’s triumph is a significant milestone in her career. After experiencing a challenging loss at Wimbledon, she looks poised to continue her momentum as she advances to the semifinals. Her next opponent will be one of two formidable players: No. 11 Karolina Muchova or No. 23 Naomi Osaka.

This unexpected victory not only alters the landscape of the tournament but doubles as a testament to Anisimova’s growth as a player. With her performance at the US Open, the young athlete has cemented her status as a formidable contender in women’s tennis, potentially signaling a new era of competition at the top levels of the sport.