Amanda Anisimova advances to Wimbledon third round with comeback win

Amanda Anisimova secured a hard-fought 6-2, 4-6, 7-6[3] victory over Sofia Kenin on July 4 to advance to the third round of Wimbledon. The 2022 finalist will next face fellow American Madison Keys in an all-American showdown.

What happened in Anisimova's match?

Anisimova struggled early against Kenin's varied playstyle but found her rhythm late. She saved a break point in the third set and won the decisive tiebreak 7-3, hitting three aces in the final frame. The American served 20 aces overall in the match.

Why this win matters for Anisimova

The victory marks Anisimova's 10th appearance in the Wimbledon third round in 12 main draw appearances. She admitted to frustration during the match but credited her serve for turning the tide. "I never thought I'd be saying this, but thank you to my serve today!" she said.

What comes next for Anisimova?

Anisimova will face Madison Keys, who praised her as "one of the best ball strikers in the game." The two Americans have split their two career meetings, with Anisimova winning their most recent match at the 2022 WTA Finals. The winner advances to the fourth round at Wimbledon.