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Will Sabalenka overcome her two Grand Slam final defeat in 2025 to defeat Anishimoba, the woman carving the comeback trail?
Released on September 5th, 2025
Two of the fastest and most powerful players in women’s tennis will face off on the Blue Hard Court at Arthur Ashe Stadium to lift the champions’ trophy at the 2025 US Open.
The women’s singles final between Aryna Sabalenka and Amanda Anisimova has been promoted as a matchup between two athletes with a very similar style of play, but has faced contrasting fortunes in recent years.
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Sabalenka is at the top of the world rankings and despite playing in the finals of the Australian and France open championships, the Belarusian has not won a Grand Slam in 2025, but is the tournament’s defending champion.
Meanwhile, Anishimoba made an incredible comeback after losing to Iga Swieitok in the Wimbledon Finals with a double bagel that shed tears after a match in London in July (6-0, 6-0 scoreline).
The American with Russian roots quickly turned things around in order to qualify for his second Grand Slam Final within two months.
Here’s what you need to know about the women’s singles finals at US Open 2025.
When will the US Open Women’s Singles Finals?
The final is scheduled for Saturday, September 6th at 8:00 GMT local time (20:00 GMT).
Has Sabalenka beat Anishimoba?
Yes, but Anishimoba has the advantage when it comes to head-to-head encounters. The Americans have won six of their nine matches so far, including a thrilling three-set meeting in the Wimbledon semi-finals.
Sabalenka beat Anishimoba at the French Open, finishing in a straight set (7-6, 6-3) in the 16th round.
World Number Nine has defeated the US Open Top Seed twice since returning to competitive tennis in 2024.
Aryna Sabalenka repeats.
Amanda Anishimova will try to win her home grand slam.
Let’s go now. pic.twitter.com/h6uhprz7gj
– US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 5, 2025
Why did Anishimova leave tennis?
The 24-year-old, once considered a teenage genius, left the game in May 2023, fearing burnout and concerns about her mental health.
She returned to the beginning of the 2024 season and competed in the fourth round of the Australian Open.
How many Grand Slams did Sabalenka win?
three. The 27-year-old won the Australian Open twice in 2023 and 2024, in addition to his 2024 US Open victory in 2024 and 2024.
What did Sabalenka say about Anishimoba and the final?
“I have to trust myself, I have to chase the shots.
“In that match at Winby (Wimbledon), I felt like I was very suspicious of my decision, and that was the main thing that led to a lot of unforced errors.
“I gave her (Anishimova) many opportunities (at a Wimbledon match). Of course, she played incredible tennis, but I felt I had the opportunity for myself. I didn’t use them.
“I was so terribly hoping to give another opportunity, another final, and I want to prove to myself that I have learned those tough lessons.
What did Anishimoba say about Sabalenka and the Finals?
“We had a very tough game.
“But I think the standout was probably Wimbledon, and it was really a seesaw match.
What are the career statistics for Sabalenka and Anisimova?
Win-Loss Records in 2025
Sabalenka: 50-10
Anishimoba: 33-15
2025 WTA title
Sabalenka: 3
Anisimova: 1
Career Winroth Records
Sabalenka: 466-198
Anishimoba: 194-113
Career title
Sabalenka: 20
Anisimova: 3
Career prize
Sabalenka: $37.4m
Anisimova: $8.7 million
