Aryna Sabalenka banished a year of frustration to defend the US Open and win a fourth grand slam title, defeating Amanda Anisimova 6-3 7-6 (7-3). World No 1 Sabalenka becomes the first player to defend their US Open crown since Serena Williams in 2014.
Following painful defeats to Madison Keys in the Australian Open final and Coco Gauff in the French Open final, as well as to Anisimova in the Wimbledon semi-finals two months ago, Sabalenka ensured she finished the season with a grand slam title with an emphatic display in New York.
After marching into a first-set lead by winning four games in a row, Sabalenka looked to be heading for a dominant win after getting the break in the second. Anisimova stayed alive to break Sabalenka as she served for the match, but the 27-year-old regained her composure to win the tiebreak.
Anisimova has now lost back-to-back grand slam finals but the American showed impressive resilience to bounce back from her 6-0 6-0 defeat to Iga Swiatek at Wimbledon. The 24-year-old beat Swiatek and Naomi Osaka to reach the final, but it was Sabalenka who came out on top in the battle of the big-hitters.
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- Aryna Sabalenka beats Amanda Anisimova to defend US Open title
- World No 1 wins fourth grand slam title after painful defeats this season
- Anisimova loses consecutive grand slam finals after 6-4 7-6 defeat to World No 1
- SECOND SET! Sabalenka wins tiebreak to quell Anisimova fightback
- FIRST SET! Sabalenka reels off four games in a row to lead 6-3
- Salisbury and Skupski blow three match points in US Open doubles final heartbreak
Aryna Sabalenka presented with $5m prize money
09:15
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Jamie Braidwood
Sabalenka takes home the biggest prize-pot for a singles champion in grand slam history.
$5m.
How Aryna Sabalenka finally learned her lesson to conquer US Open
08:15
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Jamie Braidwood
Aryna Sabalenka left her emotions for the end of the US Open final as she put her grand slam demons behind her with victory over Amanda Anisimova.
When a final backhand from Anisimova drifted just wide, Sabalenka dropped to her knees behind the baseline and sobbed in delight and relief, a fourth slam title finally achieved at the third time of asking.
Aryna Sabalenka celebrates US Open win with champagne
07:15
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Jamie Braidwood
Sabalenka bounced into her post-match press conference holding up a giant bottle of Moet champagne, her eyes covered by ski goggles. The cork had been popped, the champagne sprayed and swigged in triumphant celebration.
Aryna made quite an entrance to her press conference pic.twitter.com/lTjPKokRWp
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 7, 2025
Aryna Sabalenka explains why this US Open title 'felt different'
06:15
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Jamie Braidwood
Aryna Sabalenka said her emotions at the end of the US Open “felt different” because of her defeats in grand slam finals this year.
“I had to overcome a lot of things to get this one,” she said.
“I knew that, you know, the hard work we put in, I deserved to have a Grand Slam title this season.
“When I fell, it was like truly emotions, because it means a lot to defend this title and to bring such a great tennis on court.
“And to bring the fight and be able to handle my emotions the way I did in this final, it means a lot. I'm super proud right now of myself.”
Amanda Anisimova explains admiration for Aryna Sabalenka
05:15
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Jamie Braidwood
“She came out, and she was playing great tennis from the start. Obviously she's No. 1, and she's very capable of playing amazing tennis, which she did that today. I give all the credit to her.
:I also have a pretty good record in tiebreaks, I'm pretty sure. I just wasn't playing great. Couldn't serve again. I mean, that's the reason why she's No. 1, and that's why I said that in my speech. I truly really admire her, and she puts in a lot of work, and that's why she's where she is.”
Amanda Anisimova: 'She made it very difficult for me today'
04:15
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Jamie Braidwood
Amanda Anisimova is still set to reach a career-high of fourth in the world on Monday but said she was disappointed with how she played in the final. She made 29 unforced errors to Sabalenka’s 15 during the match.
“I just felt like throughout the match I wasn't playing my best tennis,” Anisimova said. “I feel like with finals I have a lot of nerves, and it's something I'm trying to work on, but I just wish I played more aggressive.
“Of course, she was playing amazing. She was playing very aggressive and doing all the right things, so she made it very difficult for me today.”
Amanda Anisimova reveals discovering ‘frustrating problem’ before start of US Open final defeat
03:15
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Jamie Braidwood
Amanda Anisimova said her struggles on serve during her US Open final defeat to Aryna Sabalenka were not helped by the closed roof on Arthur Ashe Stadium and her inability to see the ball on her ball toss. Anisimova lost her second grand slam final in succession as Sabalenka retained her US Open crown with a 6-4 7-6 victory against the American in New York.
How Aryna Sabalenka finally learned her lesson to conquer US Open
02:14
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Jamie Braidwood
In a moment, as Aryna Sabalenka dropped to the baseline and collapsed into tears, all the painful defeats in grand slam finals were suddenly worth it. From the losses to Madison Keys at the Australian Open and Coco Gauff at the French Open this season, as well as her semi-final defeat to Amanda Anisimova at Wimbledon, Sabalenka emerged with valuable lessons, and then used them to her advantage in defending her US Open title.
US Open ask broadcasters to not show negative reactions to Trump visit
01:15
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Jamie Braidwood
The organisers of the US Open have asked broadcasters to refrain from showing any negative reaction towards Donald Trump during the US president’s appearance at the men’s singles final on Sunday.
Trump is expected to return to the US Open for the first time in a decade after accepting a corporate invite to a suite for Sunday’s final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
When is the US Open men’s final? Carlos Alcaraz v Jannik Sinner start time and how to watch
01:01
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Jamie Braidwood
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will meet again in the US Open final in New York, with more grand slam history and the World No 1 ranking on the line.
Alcaraz and Sinner are the first two players to meet in three consecutive grand slam finals in the same year in the Open era, having battled at the French Open final and the Wimbledon final this summer.
Aryna Sabalenka sees off Amanda Anisimova to retain US Open title
Sunday 7 September 2025 00:46
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Jamie Braidwood
Aryna Sabalenka ended a painful grand slam season on a glorious high by defeating Amanda Anisimova to retain her US Open crown.
Both women were looking to bury recent scar tissue, with Anisimova back in a major final 56 days after her Wimbledon whitewash, while Sabalenka suffered heart-breaking defeats at both the Australian Open and French Open – forced to apologise after an ungracious press conference towards winner Coco Gauff at the latter.
Aryna Sabalenka thanks American crowd for their support
Sunday 7 September 2025 00:31
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Jamie Braidwood
Aryna Sabalenka on taming the home crowd and playing a third straight final against an American.
“I feel like throughout the years, we’ve built our relationship and you guys give me so much support. My first year here when I saw that I have to play back to back against Americans, I was just like ‘no way. Please. I don’t wanna play’ .
“Then coming back the next year and I have to play back to back against Americans in the semis and finals I felt a bit more support.
“This year I felt even more support. So I’m super excited to come back next year. I hope you’re all gonna cheer for me . Thank you guys for bringing the best atmosphere.”
Amanda Anisimova reflects on US Open final defaat
Sunday 7 September 2025 00:17
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Jamie Braidwood
“It’s been a great summer. Losing in two finals in a row is great but it’s also super hard. I think I didn’t fight hard enough for my dreams today.
“I wanna say congrats to Aryna. You are so incredible. I know I have to face you all the time. But I’m in awe of what you’ve accomplished.
“You keep achieving so many incredible things. Big congratulations to you and your team. You guys are amazing.”
Aryna Sabalenka's message to Amanda Anisimova after US Open final
Sunday 7 September 2025 00:03
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Jamie Braidwood
“Congrats Amanda on reaching back to back Slam finals. I know how much it hurts, losing in the final. But trust me, you’re going to win the first one... and you are going to win it.
“You play incredible tennis. Congrats to you and your team on the things you’ve achieved after your comeback. Girl, you’re gonna enjoy it even more after the tough losses in the final.”
Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka joins list of US Open winners
Saturday 6 September 2025 23:46
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Jamie Braidwood
2025: Aryna Sabalenka
2024: Aryna Sabalenka
2023: Coco Gauff
2022 : Iga Swiatek
2021: Emma Raducanu
2020: Naomi Osaka
2019: Bianca Andreescu
2018: Naomi Osaka
2017: Sloane Stephens
2016: Angelique Kerber
Aryna Sabalenka presented with $5m prize money
Saturday 6 September 2025 23:36
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Jamie Braidwood
Sabalenka takes home the biggest prize-pot for a singles champion in grand slam history.
$5m.
Aryna Sabalenka's incredible tiebreak record
Saturday 6 September 2025 23:19
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Jamie Braidwood
The World No 1 has won 21 tiebreaks this season, losing just one.
She was utterly dominant when the second set went to a decider, sensing her moment.
21-1.
Aryna Sabalenka presented with US Open trophy
Saturday 6 September 2025 23:17
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Jamie Braidwood
Sabalenka gets her hands back on the US Open trophy! She won 24 matches at the grand slams this season, an incredible record.
With four grand slam titles, she is level with Naomi Osaka, two behind Iga Swiatek, for the most among active players.
Aryna Sabalenka: 'This is crazy, I'm speechless'
Saturday 6 September 2025 23:14
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Jamie Braidwood
“This is crazy, you know. I’m speechless right now. First of all, congrats to Amanda, finals of two slams. Trust me, the moment is going to come, you play incredible tennis. You will enjoy it more after tough losses in finals.
“I love it. I love it here. I feel you guys over the years we build a relationship and you give me so much support.”
Sabalenka adds: “It’s been tough this year. But come on, it was worth it right?”
Amanda Anisimova: 'I didn't fight hard enough'
Saturday 6 September 2025 23:09
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Jamie Braidwood
A tough night for Amanda Anisimova, who has lost Wimbledon and US Open finals but has so much to be positive about after a brilliant couple of months. She has so much to build on.
“It’s been a great summer,” the American says. “Two finals in a row is great but it’s also super hard. I didn’t fight hard enough for my dreams today. Congrats to Aryna - you are so incredible. Congratulations to you and your team, you are amazing.”
The US Open trophy ceremony will begin shortly
Saturday 6 September 2025 23:05
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Jamie Braidwood
The trophy will be presented by 18-time grand slam champion Chris Evert.
What it means for Aryna Sabalenka
Saturday 6 September 2025 23:04
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Jamie Braidwood
Aryna Sabalenka becomes...
- A four-time grand slam singles champion (all on hard court)
- The first woman to win consecutive US Open singles titles since Serena Williams (from 2012-2014)
- The second woman in the Open Era to claim her 100th Grand Slam match-win in a Grand Slam final – Iga Swiatek achieved the same feat at Wimbledon this year
The moment Aryna Sabalenka won the US Open
Saturday 6 September 2025 23:02
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Jamie Braidwood
Joy and relief for Sabalenka as she won match point. After Anisimova forced the tiebreak, it felt like the match could have turned. But that was an emphatic response.
History for Aryna Sabalenka
Saturday 6 September 2025 23:00
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Jamie Braidwood
The 27-year-old is the first player to defend the US Open since Serena Williams in 2014.
She also defended the Australian Open title in 2024, and now has four grand slam titles.
It feels right that she should finish 2025 with a title, after reaching the finals of the Australian Open and the French Open and the semi-finals of Wimbledon.
Aryna Sabalenka wins the US Open again!
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:55
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Jamie Braidwood
What a performance from the World No 1, and an impressive way to close it out after Anisimova broke back when she was serving it out.
That was a one-sided tiebreak, and Anisimova did not bring her best level. But it’s been a brilliant run from the American, who looks disconsolate after losing a second grand slam final in a row.
Sabalenka is hugging her coaches and jumping around with her team. Emotional scenes and after losing two grand slam titles this year, she finishes the season on top.
ARYNA SABALENKA DEFENDS THE US OPEN TITLE!
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:52
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Jamie Braidwood
GAME, SET AND MATCH! Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 7-6 (7-3) Amanda Anisimova
ANISIMOVA PUTS THE RETURN LONG AND SABALENKA IS IN TEARS ON THE BASELINE!
TIEBREAK! Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 6-6 (5-1) Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:49
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Jamie Braidwood
Almost silence in the stadium as Anisimova puts a return into the net.
Sabalenka two points away.
TIEBREAK! Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 6-6 (4-1) Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:48
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Jamie Braidwood
Anisimova has two chances against serve but can’t get the return in play. Those had to be chances.
Sabalenka then ups the power on the forehand exchange cross-court, and Anisimova blasts out.
Double-fault from Anisimova!
A 4-1 lead for Sabalenka!
TIEBREAK! Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 6-6 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:46
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Jamie Braidwood
Sabalenka finds an ace out wide then a lovely combination to put the forehand winner past Sabalenka.
Another good serve from Sabalenka and she makes it to the tiebreak. If she serves like that, the US Open title could be hers...
Can Anisimova find another magic moment? She’s started the tiebreak with an ace of her own!
*Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 5-6 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:41
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Jamie Braidwood
Anisimova holds as Sabalenka puts the second-serve return out! Another wild swing!
Now Sabalenka has to hold to force the tiebreak. But has the final turned?
Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 5-5 Amanda Anisimova*
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:40
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Jamie Braidwood
Incredible scenes! Anisimova blasts the forehand winner and Sabalenka suddenly looks out of ideas! The World No 1 dropped her racket after putting that smash into the net and needs to regain her composure now.
Sabalenka nets on the forehand and Anisimova has game point. Anisimova double-faults! Oh the tension is huge now.
BREAK! Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 5-5 Amanda Anisimova*
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:37
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Jamie Braidwood
Sabalenka with her biggest serve of the match! But Anisimova gets there! And to the forehand out wide! Sabalenka has the chance to finish it off with a smash, but nets!
Crazy, now it’s break point! ANISIMOVA FINDS THE WAY THROUGH TO STAY ALIVE!
THE STADIUM ERUPTS!!
*Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 5-4 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:36
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Jamie Braidwood
A statement opening return from Anisimova, going right at Sabalenka’s feet and finding the winner! That gets the crowd on their feet, and now Sabalenka has to get through 0-30!
Anisimova flies long on the forehand, but then Sabalenka takes the Anisimova return and sends it straight back with the forehand winner! What a shot! 30-30.
*Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 5-4 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:32
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Jamie Braidwood
Sabalenka goes long on the forehand return and Anisimova has three game points. But the aggressive return from Sabalenka pays off as she powers the smash and then forces the miss from Anisimova to get back to 40-30.
A nervy moment for Anisimova but she gets through it. Sabalenka puts the second-serve return into the net but will now serve for the US Open title...
Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 5-3 Amanda Anisimova*
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:28
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Jamie Braidwood
Sabalenka moves a game away, finding some of her best serving of the final. A backhand winner was a rare opportunity for Sabalenka to let rip. Anisimova makes a poor forehand error and must now hold serve to stay in the match.
BREAK! *Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 4-3 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:25
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Jamie Braidwood
Ooof. The break goes straight back to Sabalenka! Not a great game from Anisimova, with a double-fault on 15 followed by two forehand errors in a row. Sabalenka again found excellent depth and Anisimova was rushed.
BREAK! *Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 3-3 Amanda Anisimova*
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:21
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Jamie Braidwood
Well, well. Anisimova plays her best return point in ages, stepping in to power away the forehand winner. Sabalenka nets and has to face 0-30...
Sabalenka double faults! Wow. Suddenly a triple-break point for Anisimova after being on the ropes!
And she takes it! A scorching backhand winner from Anisimova down the line! Maybe her fastest of the match yet!
Back on serve!
*Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 3-2 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:18
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Jamie Braidwood
Anisimova holds to stay within touch. I would not be surprised, though, if Sabalenka now puts all of her efforts in holding serve and seeing out the match.
It’s what she did against Jessica Pegula and requires three more holds to get there.
Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 3-1 Amanda Anisimova*
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:16
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Jamie Braidwood
This has been an immense turnaround from Sabalenka. Anisimova looks seething after being dragged from side to side. Everything is in control on Sabalenka’s end.
She was broken twice in the first three games of the match but her serving percentage has increased massively since then.
BREAK! *Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 2-1 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:10
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Jamie Braidwood
What a point from Sabalenka! Incredible defence and movement across the baseline to reach the thunderous blows from Anisimova, then the touch at the end to put over the drop shot.
Anisimova faces a tricky spot at 15-30, and nets on the forehand exchange! Two break points for Sabalenka to really take charge of the second set.
And Sabalenka finds the backhand pass down the line as Anisimova advanced to the net!
Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 1-1 Amanda Anisimova*
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:08
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Jamie Braidwood
It’s been a while since Anisimova has been able to give a Sabalenka serve a good crack. The World No 1 skips through her opening service game, having none of the issues that Anisimova went through in the previous one.
*Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 0-1 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 22:04
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Jamie Braidwood
Anisimova looks to be bothered by something which appears to be disrupting her serve.
She makes two double-faults in a nervy start to the second set, being dragged into a deuce game.
But Anisimova gets through it to take the hold and stop the run of Sabalenka games.
FIRST SET!*Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 Amanda Anisimova*
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:56
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Jamie Braidwood
Anisimova was looking in charge but Sabalenka reels off four games in a row to take the first set! There were too many errors from Anisimova and a forehand goes long on the return when facing set point.
Incredibly, Anisimova has made 13 winners to 16 unforced errors.
This match is not on Sabalenka’s racket at all. She wins the set with just three winners to four unforced errors.
Those numbers are almost unheard of for Sabalenka.
BREAK! *Aryna Sabalenka 5-3 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:53
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Jamie Braidwood
Anisimova spins around in frustration after a double fault on 15-15... but it’s followed by another! The crowd tries to respond as Anisimova faces two break points.
There is suddenly the sound of thunder overhead and it’s a bad sign for Anisimova. Sabalenka gets the break to lead as the American puts her backhand wide!
Sabalenka will serve for the set.
Aryna Sabalenka 4-3 Amanda Anisimova*
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:49
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Jamie Braidwood
So we’ve gone 2-0 Sabalenka, 3-2 Anisimova, now we’re back to 4-3 Sabalenka, but on serve.
Sabalenka is landing more serves in play than Anisimova but the World No 1 is winning less than 50 per cent of her first-serve points, such is the brilliant of Anisimova’s return.
The same is true on the other side.
* Aryna Sabalenka 3-3 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:45
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Jamie Braidwood
Anisimova’s semi-final with Osaka was a wild one, with momentum swings throughout. It already feels like this will be similar.
Suddenly, Anisimova is broken to love. After a couple of misses from Anisimova, Sabalenka finds a deep return of her own and Anisimova nets.
All square once more.
BREAK! Aryna Sabalenka 2-3 Amanda Anisimova*
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:41
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Jamie Braidwood
Awesome depth from Anisimova, with Sabalenka again looking a little off-balance when defending the baseline against the American’s power.
Anisimova finds another brilliant strike, this time on the crosscourt forehand, and gets another look at break point. She takes it too! Superb return from Anisimova, right on the baseline, and Sabalenka hits out!
What a turnaround.
*Aryna Sabalenka 2-2 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:38
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Jamie Braidwood
Roars as Anisimova holds to level the match. The American found a body serve that kicked up and appeared to strike Sabalenka in the chest. The World No 1 looked frustrated at the call.
BREAK! Aryna Sabalenka 2-1 Amanda Anisimova*
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:33
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Jamie Braidwood
There’s the Anisimova response! What a way to get the break back. She almost takes Sabalenka off her feet with the power of the forehand return, then finds the backhand pass. On her fourth break point, Anisimova takes it: she shows patience and then flashes the forehand down the line!
BREAK! *Aryna Sabalenka 2-0 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:29
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Jamie Braidwood
Sabalenka does what Anisimova could not and takes her opportunity to break early! Anisimova is rushed into consecutive forehand errors, with Sabalenka taking charge to move ahead.
Anisimova went a break down in the first set against Swiatek and Osaka - but not having the opportunity to go ahead herself.
Aryna Sabalenka 1-0 Amanda Anisimova*
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:24
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Jamie Braidwood
What a gripping start already. Anisimova’s huge return brings up two more break points but Sabalenka stays alive, with the American going long against the second-serve.
Sabalenka has to wait for a butterfly to leave the court, and escapes with a battling hold as Anisimova fires long on the forehand.
Three break points saved from Sabalenka.
*Aryna Sabalenka 0-0 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:21
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Jamie Braidwood
Sabalenka goes from 30-0 up to break point and 30-40!
But this is all about the Anisimova backhand. She rips one down the line and then attacks the Sabalenka second serve. The World No 1 already feels the pressure and double faults!
A break point already! But Anisimova goes wide on the second-serve return.
*Aryna Sabalenka 0-0 Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:16
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Jamie Braidwood
The big question as we prepare to start the US Open final is how Anisimova will settle into her second grand slam final.
She of course made the worst possible start against Iga Swiatek at Wimbledon, going on to lose 6-0 6-0.
But she has returned to the US Open a more resilient player. She lost her serve in the opening game against both Swiatek and Naomi Osaka in the quarter-finals and semi-finals, and yet bounced back.
The second question is how Sabalenka will react to Anisimova’s ball. These are two of the biggest hitters in the game, and Anisimova leads the head-to-head.
Sabalenka won the toss and elects to serve.
US Open: Aryna Sabalenka v Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:11
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Jamie Braidwood
Anisimova is first to walk out, wearing a dark outfit and those bright red shoes that have been with her on her run.
Sabalenka comes out with headphones on and wearing a shiny silver jacket. She’s all in white for the final.
Time for the coin toss, a pre-match photo, and and the knock-up is underway.
US Open: Aryna Sabalenka v Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:09
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Jamie Braidwood
Some very brief thoughts from Amanda Anisimova and Aryna Sabalenka before they walk out onto the court.
“I feel more a confident player and playing at my home grand slam is incredibly special. Super excited,” says Anisimova.
Sabalenka says: “Ready to go out and do everything possible to get this win. I think for me it’s about focusing on myself.”
US Open: Aryna Sabalenka v Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 21:05
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Jamie Braidwood
Here we go! The players are yet to take to the court, but we will start with the United States national anthem. Always special to have an American player in the final, with Amanda Anisimova looking to follow Coco Gauff and Sloane Stephens by winning their first grand slam title in New York.
What's at stake for Amanda Anisimova
Saturday 6 September 2025 20:59
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Jamie Braidwood
If Anisimova wins the title...
- It would be her 1st Grand Slam singles title, in her 23rd Grand Slam main-draw appearance
- She would become just the fourth woman since 1975 to defeat players who have been ranked World No.1 in the quarter-finals, semi-finals and final
- She would defeat the players ranked World No 1 and World No 1 to win the title