Amanda Kay Victoria Anisimova (born 31 August 2001) is an American professional tennis player. She has won three WTA Tour titles, including the 2025 Qatar Ladies Open, and reached a career-high ranking of world No. 7 in July 2025. Her most notable Grand Slam result is finishing runner-up at the 2025 Wimbledon Championships, where she defeated world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka before losing to Iga Świątek in the final.
As a junior, Anisimova was ranked as high as world No. 2, winning the 2017 US Open girls’ singles title. Known for her powerful baseline game and two-handed backhand, she has been recognized as one of the most promising American players of her generation.
Early Life and Background
Anisimova was born in Freehold Township, New Jersey, to Russian parents Olga Anisimova and Konstantin Anisimov, who emigrated to the United States before her birth. She grew up in Florida and began playing tennis at age five, inspired by her older sister Maria, who competed at college level.
Her father, who later passed away in 2019, was her first coach, and she trained under Nick Saviano and other specialists during her junior career.
Junior Career
By 2016, Anisimova had reached world No. 2 in the ITF junior rankings. She won major junior tournaments including the Abierto Juvenil Mexicano, Yucatán Cup, and the 2017 US Open girls’ title, where she defeated Coco Gauff in the final without dropping a set.
Professional Career
Early Years (2016–2018)
Anisimova made her Grand Slam debut at the 2017 French Open at just 15 years old. In 2018, she announced herself on the WTA stage with a breakthrough run at Indian Wells, defeating Petra Kvitová for her first top-10 win.
Breakthrough (2019)
She won her first WTA title at the Copa Colsanitas in Bogotá and reached the French Open semifinals, defeating defending champion Simona Halep before falling to Ashleigh Barty.
Setbacks and Return (2020–2023)
Anisimova endured injuries, her father’s sudden death, and later took a mental health break in 2023, citing burnout.
Career Peak (2024–2025)
She returned strongly, reaching her first WTA 1000 final in Toronto (2024). In 2025, she captured her biggest career title at the Qatar Ladies Open, reached the semifinals at Queen’s Club, and advanced to her first Grand Slam final at Wimbledon, where she finished runner-up. These results lifted her into the top 10 rankings.
Playing Style
Anisimova is an aggressive baseliner, known for her two-handed backhand and clean ball-striking. She excels at taking the ball early, constructing points with depth, and attacking second serves. Her footwork and court speed allow her to extend rallies before striking winners.
Personal Life
In May 2023, Anisimova paused her career for mental health reasons but returned in January 2024. She resides in Aventura, Florida, and is sponsored by Nike, Wilson, Gatorade, and Therabody.
Career Highlights
- Grand Slam Finalist: Wimbledon (2025)
- WTA 1000 Champion: Qatar Open (2025)
- WTA Titles: 3 singles
- Highest Ranking: World No. 7 (July 2025)
- Junior Champion: US Open girls’ singles (2017)
Legacy
By 2025, Anisimova established herself as one of the top American women in tennis, combining early promise with resilience through personal and professional challenges. Her run to the Wimbledon final and rise into the top 10 cemented her as a key figure in the next generation of tennis stars.
