Amanda Anisimova makes first comment about Iga Swiatek following their Wimbledon final clash

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It wasn’t to be for Amanda Anisimova in the Wimbledon final, as she suffered a devastating defeat.

When Anisimova took down Aryna Sabalenka in the semifinals, many were predicting her to go all the way and pick up her first major title.

Standing between Anisimova and Grand Slam glory was Poland’s Iga Swiatek, who was also competing in her first Wimbledon final.

Unfortunately for Anisimova, she just didn’t turn up on the day, as she was thoroughly outclassed by the world number four on Centre Court.

The American didn’t win a game, as she lost 0-6, 0-6, in the Wimbledon final.

Fighting back tears during her post-match speech, Anisimova shared some kind words to her victorious opponent.

Amanda Anisimova thanks ‘inspirational’ Iga Swiatek after Wimbledon final

During the trophy ceremonies, Anisimova was quick to congratulate Swiatek for winning her sixth major title.

“Thank you, Iga [Swiatek]. You’re such an incredible player, it’s obviously shown today,” she said.

“You have been such an inspiration to me. An unbelievable athlete. You have had such an incredible two weeks here. 

“Winning and getting to the final of your first Wimbledon and winning the championship, it’s so special.

“Congratulations to you and your team.”

The 23-year-old proceeded to thank her own team, who supported her all the way.

“Thank you to everyone who has supported me since my first round match here. It has been such an incredible atmosphere, and you guys have carried me through this entire championship,” said Anisimova.

“It’s been an incredible fortnight for me, even though I ran out of gas a bit today.

Amanda Anisimova’s 2025 Wimbledon campaign

• 2025 Wimbledon F – Amanda Anisimova lost to Iga Swiatek, 0-6, 0-6
• 2025 Wimbledon SF – Amanda Anisimova beat Aryna Sabalenka, 6-4, 4-6, 6-4
• 2025 Wimbledon QF – Amanda Anisimova beat Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, 6-1, 7-6
• 2025 Wimbledon 4R – Amanda Anisimova beat Linda Noskova, 6-2, 5-7, 6-4
• 2025 Wimbledon 3R – Amanda Anisimova beat Dalma Galfi, 6-3, 5-7, 6-3
• 2025 Wimbledon 2R – Amanda Anisimova beat Renata Zarazua, 6-4, 6-3
• 2025 Wimbledon 1R – Amanda Anisimova beat Yulia Putintseva, 6-0, 6-0

“I wish that I could put on a better performance for all of you, you guys have all been there for me and lifted me up today, so thank you so much.”

It wasn’t the day Anisimova had hoped for, but there’s still plenty for her to be happy about, something she may well realize come Monday morning.

Amanda Anisimova set for career-high ranking despite dominant Wimbledon final defeat

Despite losing 0-6, 0-6, in the final, Anisimova will become a top ten player for the first time in her career when the next set of rankings are released.

Debuting at number seven, Anisimova will sit among the world’s elite, something she likely wouldn’t have believed was possible 12 months ago.

Anisimova finished the 2023 season ranked 359th in the world, as she took a break from the sport for her mental health.

Climbing back up the rankings, Anisimova finished 2024 inside the world’s top 40, before pushing on in 2025.

Seemingly out of nowhere, Anisimova won the 2025 Qatar Open, clinching her maiden WTA 1000 title with a straight-sets win over Latvia’s Jelena Ostapenko.

Taking another big step forward at Wimbledon, Anisimova qualified for her first major final, securing her first win over a world number one along the way.

To say the final didn’t go to plan would be underplaying it, but considering where she’s been, to even compete in a Grand Slam final deserves a lot of credit.

She’ll now try to put the result behind her and look ahead to the North American hard-court season, where she could well be a threat to win more ‘big’ titles.

Anisimova is scheduled to return to action at the Washington Open, which begins on Monday, July 21.