Swiatek, Anisimova Reach Wimbledon Final in Showdown of Comebacks

Iga Swiatek and Amanda Anisimova are set to face off in the Wimbledon women's singles final after both delivered impressive performances en route to the final. Swiatek, a five-time Grand Slam champion, overcame her previous struggles on grass with dominant wins, including a 6-2, 6-0 semifinal victory over Belinda Bencic, and is favored to win, with betting odds boosted for her to win in straight or three sets. Anisimova, meanwhile, made a remarkable comeback after a seven-month break in 2023 to prioritize her mental health, and she stunned world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a three-hour semifinal battle to reach her first Grand Slam final. Anisimova's run marks her as the youngest American woman to reach a Wimbledon final since Serena Williams in 2004 and the first player born in the 21st century to do so. Both players bring contrasting narratives—Swiatek aiming to break a title drought following a doping ban, and Anisimova seeking her first major title after overcoming personal and professional challenges. The final on July 12 will be their first senior meeting, with Swiatek tipped as the favorite due to her powerful serve and forehand, but Anisimova's resilience and recent form make it a compelling contest.