Amanda Anisimova has successfully advanced to the third round of the 2025 National Bank Open after a hard-fought two-set match against unranked Lulu Son. The World No. 5 will now face Emma Raducanu, who has previously defeated her twice this year. This upcoming match is particularly crucial for Anisimova, especially following her challenging experience in the Wimbledon final, where she suffered a heavy defeat to Iga Swiatek with a score of 0-6, 0-6.
Support for Anisimova has come from her mixed doubles partner at the 2020 Australian Open, Nick Kyrgios, who has been cheering her on. Kyrgios took to social media to express his support by commenting on her victory post with a fire emoji and sharing her celebration photos.
Reflecting on Anisimova’s journey, Kyrgios noted her remarkable progress since they first hit together when she was a newcomer on the tour. “She always had a lot of potential,” he commented, acknowledging her rise from being ranked 400 in the world to her current position as a top player and Grand Slam finalist.
Anisimova’s determination to conquer her past defeats illustrates her resilience and growth, as she continues to build on her skills and experience on the professional tennis circuit.