Amanda Anisimova walked away from tennis to focus on her mental health. Fast forward to the present day, and she's one win away from becoming a Wimbledon champion. Anisimova reportedly spent her time off painting and listening to music.

On July 12, the 2025 Wimbledon women’s final will be played, featuring the established champion Iga Swiatek and the surprise of the tournament, Amanda Anisimova. The American, who stepped away from tennis following the tragic death of her father, has made a remarkable return to the sport.

Amanda Anisimova ousted the world's No. 1 female tennis player, Aryna Sabalenka, on Thursday in the Wimbledon semi-finals — shocking the sports world as the American moves onto the finals. "Amazing Amanda!" sports announcers called, as the 12th-ranked player beat Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 to nab her first-ever spot on center court.