A Quarterfinal of Pure Quality
Amanda Anisimova left all Wimbledon disappointments behind with a breathtaking quarterfinal performance at the US Open. Facing an equally fierce Iga Swiatek, the American produced tennis of the highest order—powerful, relentless, and irresistible. From the first ball, it was clear this wasn’t the same tentative Anisimova who faltered in London. This time, she was fearless.
Swiatek opened by breaking serve, but Anisimova quickly steadied her game. Once her groundstrokes clicked into rhythm, she matched the world No. 1 blow for blow. At 5-4, the American surged, creating multiple set points before closing it out 6-4. Swiatek had played well, yet Anisimova’s dominant serving and agressive play from the baseline made the difference.
Anisimova vs Swiatek – Set 1 Stats
| Statistic | Anisimova | Swiatek |
|---|---|---|
| Dominance Ratio | 1.37 | 0.73 |
| Winners | 13 | 7 |
| Unforced Errors | 6 | 6 |
| Serve Rating | 269 | 215 |
| Aces | 2 | 1 |
| Double Faults | 0 | 2 |
| 1st Serve % | 59% (19/32) | 53% (19/36) |
| 1st Serve Points Won | 74% (14/19) | 74% (14/19) |
| 2nd Serve Points Won | 54% (7/13) | 29% (5/17) |
| Break Points Saved | 67% (2/3) | 67% (4/6) |
| Service Games | 80% (4/5) | 60% (3/5) |
| Ace % | 6.3% | 2.8% |
| Double Fault % | 0% | 5.6% |
| Return Rating | 170 | 125 |
| 1st Return Points Won | 26% (5/19) | 26% (5/19) |
| 2nd Return Points Won | 71% (12/17) | 46% (6/13) |
| Break Points Won | 33% (2/6) | 33% (1/3) |
| Return Games | 40% (2/5) | 20% (1/5) |
| Pressure Points | 44% (4/9) | 56% (5/9) |
| Service Points | 66% (21/32) | 53% (19/36) |
| Return Points | 47% (17/36) | 34% (11/32) |
| Net Points | 67% (2/3) | 100% (1/1) |
| Total Points | 56% (38/68) | 44% (30/68) |
| Max Points In A Row | 5 | 5 |
| Match Points Saved | 0 | 0 |
| Total Service Games | 80% (4/5) | 60% (3/5) |
| Total Return Games | 40% (2/5) | 20% (1/5) |
| Total Games | 60% (6/10) | 40% (4/10) |
| Max Games In A Row | 2 | 1 |
| Injury Timeouts | 0 | 0 |
| Match Duration | 0h 51m | |
Taking Control Against the World No. 1
The second set followed a similar script. Swiatek raced to a 2-0 lead, but again could not hold it. With growing confidence, Anisimova began dictating with her explosive backhand and forehand, while her serve continued to deliver under pressure. Once she leveled at 2-2, the momentum clearly shifted.
The pivotal break came in the eighth game at 4-3 Anisimova, ignited by the support of the New York crowd. Anisimova’s timing and precision overwhelmed Swiatek, who was hardly playing poorly but found herself outgunned. On her best days, Anisimova shows top-three caliber—and this seemingly was one of those days.
Serving for the match at 5-3, Anisimova wobbled briefly, squandering two match points. On the third, however, fate intervened—a net cord dribbled past Swiatek, sealing the victory 6-4, 6-3. The two players embraced warmly at the net, recognition of a battle fought at the very highest level.
Anisimova vs Swiatek – Set 2 Stats
| Statistic | Anisimova | Swiatek |
|---|---|---|
| Dominance Ratio | 1.21 | 0.83 |
| Winners | 10 | 6 |
| Unforced Errors | 6 | 9 |
| Serve Rating | 253 | 196 |
| Aces | 1 | 1 |
| Double Faults | 2 | 1 |
| 1st Serve % | 59% (17/29) | 54% (13/24) |
| 1st Serve Points Won | 65% (11/17) | 54% (7/13) |
| 2nd Serve Points Won | 50% (7/14) | 38% (5/13) |
| Break Points Saved | 0% (0/1) | 33% (1/3) |
| Service Games | 80% (4/5) | 50% (2/4) |
| Ace % | 3.4% | 4.2% |
| Double Fault % | 6.9% | 4.2% |
| Return Rating | 225 | 205 |
| 1st Return Points Won | 46% (6/13) | 35% (6/17) |
| 2nd Return Points Won | 62% (8/13) | 50% (7/14) |
| Break Points Won | 67% (2/3) | 100% (1/1) |
| Return Games | 50% (2/4) | 20% (1/5) |
| Pressure Points | 50% (2/4) | 50% (2/4) |
| Service Points | 59% (17/29) | 50% (12/24) |
| Return Points | 50% (12/24) | 41% (12/29) |
| Net Points | 100% (3/3) | 75% (3/4) |
| Total Points | 55% (29/53) | 45% (24/53) |
| Max Points In A Row | 5 | 6 |
| Match Points Saved | 0 | 2 |
| Total Service Games | 80% (4/5) | 50% (2/4) |
| Total Return Games | 50% (2/4) | 20% (1/5) |
| Total Games | 67% (6/9) | 33% (3/9) |
| Max Games In A Row | 3 | 2 |
| Set 2 Duration | 0h 47m | |
A Career-Defining Victory
For Anisimova, this triumph resonates beyond tennis. Having endured the tragic loss of her father during her teenage breakthrough, this victory represents both closure and rebirth. Regardless of whether she lifts the trophy in New York, the message is clear: Amanda Anisimova has finally arrived as a true force in women’s tennis. Her game, her mindset, and her resilience now place her firmly among the sport’s elite.