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What drink was Anisimova having during the match with Eala?

Fernando Murciego - 18 Aug 2026
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What drink was Anisimova having during the match with Eala?

The image of Amanda Anisimova drinking from a glass during her match in Cincinnati has quickly become one of the most talked-about moments of the day. The American, who was playing her match normally against Alexandra Eala, at one point took out a container with a striking-looking drink, provoking all kinds of comments among fans. The question is straightforward: what was she drinking?

Given the color, it could even make one think it was beer, but nothing could be further from the truth. Tennis players need to hydrate and replenish energy constantly during matches, so it's not unusual for them to turn to energy drinks or similar products. In Anisimova's case, it seems likely that it could be an energy drink of similar characteristics, although there is no official confirmation about the exact contents of the glass. What does seem clear is that there is no reason to think that the American was consuming alcohol during the match. Can you imagine?

The particularity lay in another detail that went more unnoticed, a matter of advertising. The rules governing the competition establish restrictions on the commercial identification of containers and other visible elements during matches. For this reason, players cannot freely display certain cans or containers with commercial brands that are not authorized. The issue is not that an energy drink is prohibited, but that the brand and advertising on the container may be subject to the circuit and tournament rules. Hence, the solution involves pouring the contents into a glass, avoiding exposing the original can to the cameras and the public.

Therefore, Anisimova's curious image has a much simpler explanation than it might seem at first glance. She was not hiding a beer or trying to bypass any rules related to drinking during a match. Everything points to a purely commercial issue, thus avoiding displaying the brand identification directly on the can.

This is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, ¿Qué bebida estaba tomando Anisimova durante el partido con Eala?