Amanda Anisimova breaks down in tears after Wimbledon final. (Reuters Photo)
In Short
- Amanda Anisimova lost Wimbledon 2025 final to Iga Swiatek in 57 minutes
- Swiatek delivered a rare double bagel 6-0, 6-0 win in the final
- Anisimova praised Swiatek and thanked her supporters emotionally
Emotions took over the scene in the post-match interview as Amanda Anisimova walked up to the mic after losing the Wimbledon 2025 final on Saturday, July 12. Anisimova was beaten by the unplayable Iga Swiatek, who raced to her maiden Wimbledon win in a contest that lasted just 57 minutes.
Swiatek served a double bagel (6-0, 6-0) to Anisimova, who had beaten top seed Aryna Sabalenka to reach the final. Anisimova broke into tears throughout her interview and said that she had wanted to put on a better performance in the final. In a classy gesture, despite being overwhelmed by emotion, Anisimova called Swiatek an incredible player and congratulated her on winning her maiden Wimbledon title.
“You’re such an incredible player. It obviously showed today. You’ve been such an inspiration to me. An unbelievable athlete. You’ve had such an incredible two weeks here. Getting to the final of your first Wimbledon and winning the championship – it’s so special. Congratulations to you and your team,” Anisimova said after the match.
“Thank you to everyone who supported me since my first-round match here. It’s been such an incredible atmosphere. You guys have carried me through this entire championship. Even though I ran out of gas a bit today and I wish I could have put on a better performance for all of you, you’ve still been there for me and lifted me up today. Thank you so much,” she added.
It wasn't the day Amanda Anisimova dreamed of, but she spoke with class and grace as she thanked her team and in particular her mum for being there 💚💜#Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/T2dUThqq1Q
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 12, 2025
Source:India Today
