Anisimova vs. Swiatek: Who Will Claim the Wimbledon Crown?
Wimbledon Final Showdown: Can Anisimova Stun Swiatek?
A new women's Wimbledon champion is guaranteed this Saturday — but few could have predicted these finalists. Five-time major winner Iga Swiatek, long considered vulnerable on grass, will face off against Amanda Anisimova, the American No. 13 seed who shocked world No.
1 Aryna Sabalenka to reach her first Grand Slam final.
What Anisimova Needs to Win
Anisimova’s serve will be crucial. Her first-serve percentage has dipped, but her second serve has been increasingly effective — though Swiatek has been punishing second serves throughout the tournament. Experts agree: she must start strong, control her emotions, and dictate play early, especially attacking Swiatek’s second serve.
She’ll also need to trust her powerful backhand — arguably the best in the women’s game. If she can pin Swiatek into long, backhand-to-backhand exchanges, she might have the edge. But above all, she’ll need composure under pressure in her first Slam final.
What Swiatek Must Do
Swiatek, undefeated in her five previous Slam finals, will rely on experience. Her serve has been rock-solid at Wimbledon, and her footwork — once shaky on grass — now seems fluid and effective.
To win, she must keep her first-serve percentage high, vary her play with slices and drop shots, and manage Anisimova’s power.
The Pole’s mental toughness may be her greatest asset. Despite a shaky clay season, she’s peaking at the right time and appears unfazed by the occasion.
Odds to Watch (via ESPN BET)
Iga Swiatek: -235
Amanda Anisimova: +185
Prediction: Will Experience Trump Momentum?
While Anisimova’s run has been remarkable, the consensus among analysts is clear: Swiatek is the favorite. Her big-match experience, improved grass-court game, and consistent serve give her the edge.
That said, Anisimova’s fearless, aggressive play could steal a set — but it’s Swiatek’s poise and polish that could carry her to her first Wimbledon title.
Projected Result: Swiatek in three sets.
