Anisimova's big 'defense' arrives: "I prefer not to think too much about it"

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Amanda Anisimova knows that in the upcoming months she has a dual mission. Besides winning matches, the American will have to closely monitor the rankings, where she defends almost 1,800 points from the previous season.

Initially, it's always good news to remember how well she performed last season: a final at Queen’s, quarterfinals in Berlin, and a final at Wimbledon. In other words, twelve victories in three grass tournaments played. Currently ranked No. 6 in the world, the 24-year-old player did not shy away from the Media Day of the WTA 500 Queen’s she is competing in this week, although her focus shifted quickly to the present without getting too caught up in numbers. This afternoon, we will see Amanda Anisimova making her singles debut against Laura Siegemund, a formidable opponent on grass, marking the start of a summer where defending her points will be her primary task to stay competitive in the rankings.

Amanda Anisimova's Arrival at the WTA 500 Queen’s

“I am very excited to be back; I have great memories here from last season. Honestly, it is a privilege to compete at this club again. It is a legendary club, and I love these courts. I feel that everyone comes to watch us play; we always receive tremendous support. I made it to the final last year, so I hope to have another great month here this season”.

Defending the Final a Year Later

“I am very pleased with the experience I had here in 2025, with all the matches I played, although the final was a bit tough; I didn't have much energy left to keep competing. Starting the grass season is never easy, but I feel good now; I am here ready to play as needed, I love playing on grass. It’s a very short season, so I will try my best to play several matches”.

Amanda Anisimova’s Thoughts on Serena Williams’ Return

“Everyone loves her in the United States; in my case, she has always been someone to look up to since I was young, an absolute legend. I believe it's evident in this tournament thanks to her presence, so I am very excited to see her back. The other day, I was warming up on a court, and she was getting ready for her doubles match, so it is super special to have her back with us again. It is amazing what she is doing; I have seen her, and she is playing very well, though I don’t think this surprises anyone”.

A Very Promising Summer... That Now Requires Defense

“Honestly, this is something I am trying not to dwell on too much; I prefer to approach it from a different perspective. Ultimately, every season is a new one, so there is no time to waste energy thinking about those matters; I prefer to focus entirely on the game. I know that during these weeks, I will need all the concentration possible in every match and every moment. Players try not to look too far ahead in that aspect, not beyond two or three weeks, so it is much better to take it day by day and focus solely on the process. Regarding things that are beyond my control, it is better not to dwell on them too much”.

The Importance of Coaches During the Development Stage

“They are the most important people during your development stage, the ones who spend the most time on the court with you. They shape your trajectory and career, they form your environment. In my case, for example, I worked with Richard Ashby and also with Nick Saviano, those two individuals helped me a lot in my growth as a player. Those were crucial years in my development, in addition to a lot of things we worked on on the court. For example, it is very important to work on mental health and attitude on the court during those years. They worked a lot with me on those aspects”.

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