In a final billed as a contest between two of the sport’s most lethal shotmakers, Aryna Sabalenka’s fearless and focused brand of tennis prevailed. She triumphed over Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 7-6 (3) to retain her US Open title, proving that in a battle of power, her combination of aggression and composure is unmatched.
From the very first game, both players made it clear that only attacking tennis would suffice. The rallies were short, explosive, and filled with blistering groundstrokes. Anisimova, fresh off massive wins over other top players, matched Sabalenka’s pace initially. However, under the relentless pressure of a Grand Slam final, it was the American who blinked first.
Sabalenka was simply more clinical. She served well in key moments, punished Anisimova’s second serve, and offered very few unforced errors for her opponent to feast on. While Anisimova’s game has the potential to blow anyone off the court, it comes with a high risk. Against the ultra-focused World No. 1, those risks resulted in costly mistakes.
Ultimately, Sabalenka’s ability to remain clear-headed while playing such high-stakes, aggressive tennis was the deciding factor. She embraced the power duel and emerged victorious, securing her fourth Grand Slam title and reinforcing her identity as the sport’s preeminent power player.