Amanda Anisimova has secured her spot in the Australian Open Round of 16 for the second year running. The World No. 4 put on a dominant display at Margaret Court Arena on Saturday, defeating fellow American Peyton Stearns in straight sets, 6-1, 6-4.
A Cool Performance Under the Sun
Despite scorching temperatures hovering around 95 degrees, Amanda Anisimova wasted no time on the court, wrapping up the victory in just 1 hour and 11 minutes. She controlled the pace early, storming through the first set and taking a commanding 5-2 lead in the second.
Although Stearns mounted a late resistance—saving a match point and breaking Amanda Anisimova’s serve to narrow the gap—Amanda Anisimova regrouped quickly. A powerful forehand winner eventually sealed the match, keeping her perfect record of not dropping a set this week intact.
Florida Tough
The oppressive heat didn’t phase the Florida native, who credited her preparation for the smooth win. “Just staying hydrated the day before, the day of is really important,” Amanda Anisimova told the press, noting that she focused on conserving energy and using ice during changeovers.
The extreme weather dictated a fast style of play, with aggressive shot-making from both sides keeping rallies short. Amanda Anisimova’s aggression paid off, tallying 14 winners to Stearns’ six.
What’s Next for Anisimova?
With this victory, Amanda Anisimova moves on to face either No. 13 seed Linda Noskova or Wang Xinyu. While she has yet to play Wang, she holds a favorable 2-1 record against Noskova, setting the stage for an exciting fourth-round matchup.
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