Amanda Anisimova is through to the Wimbledon final for the first time in her career after knocking out the top seed Aryna Sabalenka.
Anisimova beat Sabalenka over three sets to become the first American since Serena Williams in 2019 to reach the final at the All England Club.
The 23-year-old will now face five-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek in the final, who dominated Belinda Bencic in the final four to advance.
Two days before facing her for the Wimbledon title, Anisimova gave her verdict on Swiatek, whom she has never played in a tour-level event.
Amanda Anisimova gives her verdict on Iga Swiatek ahead of the Wimbledon final
When asked about the Pole in her post-match press conference, Anisimova said: “Iga is such an unbelievable player.
“She’s also been an inspiration to me. Her work ethic and all of her achievements have been really inspiring.
“I’m sure it’ll be an amazing match again. Getting to compete against an unbelievable player again is gonna be super special.
“Hopefully, I can bring some high-quality tennis and make it a battle. Just gonna go out and enjoy every moment and try to not think about what’s on the line.”
Iga Swiatek’s thoughts on Amanda Anisimova after winning her semi-final
Swiatek said of her final opponent: “I haven’t followed her previous matches. Today I followed because I was playing after. I didn’t watch, though.
“She must be playing great. She also had a great tournament before Wimbledon. She knows how to play on grass.
“With her game style, the surface fits her. So it’s gonna be a challenge. But I haven’t watched a lot. I’m gonna prepare tactically tomorrow and that’s it.”
The two will face each other on Saturday, when, for the eighth consecutive year, a new champion will be crowned at Wimbledon.
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