US Open: Amanda Anisimova storms into quarter-finals
Amanda Anisimova’s dominant display
Amanda Anisimova, the 2019 Roland-Garros semi-finalist, produced a dominant performance to defeat Beatriz Haddad Maia 6-0, 6-3 and storm into the quarter-finals of the US Open. The American was in imperious form, breaking Haddad Maia’s service in the first game and never looking back.
The first set was intense. Anisimova broke Haddad Maia’s serve in the first game and after that, she didn’t give her a chance. Putting deep and accurate two-handed backhand shots on the court while doing excellent service.– Match report
The fightback in the second set
Haddad Maia fought back in the second set, breaking Anisimova’s service in the initial game. However, Anisimova, with her exceptional skills and resilience, fought back and secured victory in straight sets.
With this victory, Anisimova’s Grand Slam record improved to 42-22, with her best record of the season improving from 35-14.
Next up: Iga Swiatek
The American will next face second-seeded Iga Swiatek in the quarter-finals, seeking to avenge her quarter-final defeat at Wimbledon earlier this year.
Naomi Osaka’s return to form
The four-time Grand Slam champion, Naomi Osaka, is also making her way to the US Open semi-finals. She defeated Coco Gauff 6-3, 6-2 to reach the quarter-finals.