In an epic upset at the US Open, 24-year-old Amanda Anisimova defeated world No.2 Iga Swiatek 6-4, 6-3 to storm into the semi-finals 🎾😲. After falling to Swiatek at Wimbledon, Anisimova found her rhythm from the first point and never looked back.
Swiatek, fresh off her Cincinnati win, broke serve early, but Anisimova answered back with fierce baseline rallies. The American–Argentine cracked her opponent’s serve at 5-4 to seal the first set, then rode a lucky net cord in the second to clinch victory.
On the other side of the draw, Naomi Osaka continued her triumphant return post-maternity leave, beating Karolina Muchova 6-4, 7-6(3). The Japanese star piled up 30 winners, flashing the form that won her four Grand Slam titles.
Osaka, who has never lost in the US Open semis, reflected: “It feels great to be here again.” Now, the stage is set for a showdown between two power hitters hungry for glory.
Will Anisimova ride her wave of confidence, or will Osaka’s experience prevail? Stay tuned for a semi-final clash that promises fireworks! 🔥
Reference(s):
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