Anisimova Stuns Sabalenka to Reach Maiden Wimbledon Final, Sets Up Blockbuster Clash with Świątek

 LONDON, England – July 12, 2025 – The hallowed grass courts of Wimbledon are set to witness a thrilling conclusion to the women's singles championship, as American sensation Amanda Anisimova has powered her way into her first Grand Slam final, overcoming World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a captivating semi-final encounter. She will now face five-time major champion Iga Świątek in a highly anticipated showdown for the coveted Venus Rosewater Dish.

Anisimova, the 13th seed, delivered a remarkable performance on Centre Court, battling through a grueling three-set match against top-seeded Sabalenka. The 23-year-old American displayed immense resilience and fearless shot-making, ultimately prevailing with a 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 victory. This triumph marks Anisimova's return to the Wimbledon main draw after a three-year absence and is a testament to her talent, perseverance, and mental fortitude, especially considering her journey back to the sport after personal struggles.

"It was such a tough match and a little bit of a rollercoaster there," Anisimova stated after her semi-final win. "I struggled to hold my serve in the second set. It just goes to show when you miss a crucial point or lose a game, the margins are so slim, especially when you're playing the number one in the world."

Her aggressive style, particularly her powerful, flat groundstrokes and exceptional two-handed backhand, proved to be a formidable weapon on the fast grass courts, allowing her to neutralize Sabalenka's equally potent baseline game. Anisimova's victory also keeps American hopes alive for a third women's Grand Slam champion this year, following Madison Keys' triumph at the Australian Open and Coco Gauff's Roland-Garros title.

Awaiting Anisimova in Saturday's final is the formidable Iga Świątek, the 8th seed, who delivered a masterclass performance in her semi-final, dispatching Belinda Bencic with a dominant 6-2, 6-0 victory. While Świątek is renowned as the "queen of clay" with four French Open titles and a US Open championship to her name, her journey to her first Wimbledon final has surprised many, including herself.

The final promises to be an intriguing battle of styles and narratives. Anisimova, in her maiden Grand Slam final, will bring her raw power and aggressive game, while Świątek, with her extensive Grand Slam final experience and newfound comfort on grass, will aim to capitalize on her dominant form. Remarkably, this will be the first professional meeting between these two talented players, both born in 2001, adding another layer of anticipation to what is sure to be a captivating Wimbledon women's singles final.

The Wimbledon 2025 women's singles final between Amanda Anisimova and Iga Świątek is scheduled for Saturday, July 12, 2025, on Centre Court.