Even with a few bumps along the road, reaching two Grand Slam finals and picking up a WTA 1000 title is nothing short of impressive. Speaking on Inside-in podcast, Shriver said:
“This is really outstanding what she’s been able to do this year. I found it fascinating four years on from Emma Raducanu needing to retire at Wimbledon in the round of 16 for seemingly suffering from like a panic attack and she couldn’t go back out and then the next major later she comes through qualifying to win 10 straight matches and win the US Open.
Amanda Anisimova’s backhand is nothing short of spectacular
Pam Shriver wasn’t exaggerating when she spoke about Anisimova’s backhand, and it’s not just talk — the numbers back her up. She’s been one of the top players on tour this season in terms of points won from that side.
At 24, Anisimova has become a force with her two-handed backhand. The power she generates isn’t just for show; it gives her a real advantage over most of the field. And while there are still parts of her game that could use refining, she isn’t short on firepower.
She still has areas to work on, but her rise up the rankings this year should lead to easier draws and more opportunities to go deep in tournaments. More Grand Slam final appearances seem like a matter of time.
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Anisimova has quickly become one of the most popular and relatable figures in tennis. There’s always something special about seeing an athlete bounce back from adversity, and fans around the world have embraced her journey.
