Anisimova given redemption opportunity after tearful end to Wimbledon hopes

American tennis sensation Amanda Anisimova could be set for a rematch with Iga Swiatek in the US Open quarterfinals, offering her a shot at redemption after her Wimbledon defeat. Swiatek handed Anisimova a crushing defeat in last month's Wimbledon final, with the American losing 6-0, 6-0 to the relentless Polish player who clinched her sixth Grand Slam title.

The loss marked a bitter end to Anisimova's remarkable journey to the Wimbledon final, which was marred by personal tragedy. The 23-year-old also made history, albeit unwanted, as the first player since before World War I to lose every single game in a Wimbledon women's final.

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Despite being seen as an underdog in the tournament, Anisimova found moments of joy during her two-week run - spotting her family in the crowd and becoming visibly emotional. She delivered a heartfelt tribute after the final, but now Anisimova has a chance for revenge.

Anisimova, who is the eighth seed for the US Open starting this Sunday, could face off against second-seeded Swiatek in the quarterfinals.

Anisimova's best performance at the US Open was in 2020 when she advanced to the third round. Earlier this week, she partnered with Holger Rune in the mixed doubles tournament but fell to the duo of Ben Shelton and Taylor Townsend.

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