Amanda Anisimova’s Key Changes Following Breakout Season

Amanda Anisimova, a rising star in professional tennis, experienced a remarkable season in 2025. As she prepares for the Australian Open, many fans are eager to see how she will build upon her past successes. Anisimova expressed her enthusiasm during a recent interview. “I feel like I’m in a really good place mentally,” she said, highlighting her personal growth over the past year.

Breakthrough Achievements

Anisimova was named the Most Improved Player of the Year after making an impressive leap in rankings. She rose 32 places to secure a career-high position of No. 4 in the WTA standings. Her achievements last season included:

• Winning a WTA Tour 1000 title in Doha.
• Reaching two consecutive Grand Slam finals.
• Victories over all four reigning major champions.
• Winning 10 matches against Top 10 players, a significant increase from previous seasons.

Preparation for the Upcoming Season

A brief yet productive offseason followed Anisimova’s first appearance at the WTA Finals in Riyadh. She spent time with family and friends in Miami and traveled to New York, which she enjoyed immensely. Reflecting on her training, Anisimova stated, “I worked on a lot of things to fill in the gaps I noticed last year.”

Areas of Focus

Her coach, Hendrik Vleeshouwers, emphasized the importance of consistency and court awareness. He noted that understanding her position in a match can greatly enhance her performance. Key aspects Anisimova is working on include:

• Improving her serve for greater speed.
• Focusing on consistency.
• Enhancing her physical abilities.

Resilience in Competition

Last year, Anisimova demonstrated her mental toughness. After a tough loss to Iga Swiatek in the Wimbledon final, where she experienced a 6-0, 6-0 defeat, she bounced back at the US Open. She defeated both Swiatek and Naomi Osaka in subsequent rounds, making a strong push in the tournament.

Current Season Expectations

Entering the Australian Open as the No. 4 seed, Anisimova had a mixed showing at the Brisbane International. She secured a victory over Kimberly Birrell before falling to Marta Kostyuk. Despite a brief ranking above Coco Gauff, she is eager to explore her potential further this year.

Looking forward, Anisimova is focused on handling pressure. “I’ve been thinking about how I want to push myself in challenging situations,” she said. Her goal is to transform past experiences into opportunities for even greater success in 2026.