Anisimova struggles to advance: "Sometimes it seems like I forget how to play tennis"

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Amanda Anisimova is already in the third round of Wimbledon, although she needed to dig deep to overcome a tough match against Sofia Kenin. The American admitted that she didn't find her best tennis for a good part of the match but highlighted her mental ability to react and find solutions in the most delicate moments.

After enduring a very demanding match against a former Grand Slam champion that forced her to raise her level, Anisimova appeared in a press conference to analyze her performance, talk about the challenge of facing Madison Keys in the next round, and explain how she disconnects during the London tournament. The American shared thoughts on her confidence, playing style, and the moment she is experiencing in the third Grand Slam of the season.

Frustration during the match

"At times, I was struggling a bit with my game. Then I told myself, 'Look, you do know how to hit a forehand'. In the end, I think it was more mental than anything else. It's not like I forget how to play tennis, even though sometimes it may seem that way at certain moments. Today was a good test to release all that frustration and, at the same time, mentally strengthen myself. I was able to tell myself that I could do it and that I was capable of raising the level. I think from there, I started playing better and found ways to elevate my game. I looked for alternative plans and tried to change things during the match."

Upcoming match against Madison Keys

"It's very nice that she said those words about my backhand; the truth is, I think exactly the same about her and her game. She's a player who hits very hard, one of the best on the circuit, so I'm sure it will be a great match. I believe that we both have very similar styles, so I'm convinced that both of us will push each other to raise our level during the match."

Anisimova explains why she enjoys playing against other power hitters

"When I play against someone who hits the ball very hard, I feel that it helps me raise my level. Many times, when I face big hitters, the quality of the match is much higher, and those types of matchups make me play better. On the other hand, when I play against more defensive players or those who use a lot of slice, I have to adapt my game and change some things from my usual style. Still, I always try to maintain my identity and play my tennis. Historically, when I face big hitters, I always manage to raise my level and have great matches. Those are matches that I look forward to with great anticipation."

Wimbledon, an ideal place to disconnect

"I love the subway; I took it on the first day I arrived, although it was because I felt lazy to walk back and only did one stop. I find it fun because in Miami, I always drive, and I don't really like doing that. When I'm in cities where I can get around by train, I really enjoy that experience. It's a good way to clear my mind. Usually, it means I'm going to explore somewhere or do something during my free time, so far everything has gone very well. I've been able to relax quite a bit, and Wimbledon is one of the quieter tournaments on the circuit, something that I really enjoy."

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