A year ago, Amanda Anisimova experienced both the highest and lowest moments of her career at Wimbledon. After stunning world number one Aryna Sabalenka in a gripping semi-final to reach her maiden Grand Slam final, the American endured heartbreak as she suffered a 6-0, 6-0 defeat to Iga Swiatek in the championship match.
The crushing loss left Anisimova visibly emotional, admitting afterwards that nerves had overwhelmed her on Centre Court. Yet rather than letting the disappointment define her, she responded in remarkable fashion just weeks later.
At the US Open, Anisimova gained revenge over Swiatek in the quarter-finals before defeating Naomi Osaka to reach a second consecutive Grand Slam final, proving her resilience and mental strength.
Now 24, Anisimova returns to Wimbledon with unfinished business. Despite a challenging season that included a coaching split and a wrist injury that sidelined her for two months, she arrives healthy, motivated and eager to write a new chapter at the All England Club.
"I'm just excited to play and be healthy again," she said, hoping this year's Wimbledon story ends very differently.
