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Anisimova Seeks Redemption in China Open After Grand Slam Heartbreak
26 Sep, 2025
Summary
- Anisimova reached Grand Slam finals this year but couldn't clinch the title
- Boulter has had a mixed season, with some promising results but struggles against top players
- Anisimova is a clear favorite, but Boulter will test her in the China Open
On September 26th, 2025, American tennis player Amanda Anisimova will face off against Britain's Katie Boulter in the second round of the China Open. Anisimova, who has had a strong season, will be looking to redeem herself after narrowly missing out on Grand Slam titles earlier this year.
Despite reaching the finals at Wimbledon and the US Open, Anisimova was unable to clinch the championship, losing to her opponents in straight sets. However, the 23-year-old did manage to win the title in Doha and also participated in the Cincinnati Open, where she was eliminated in the third round.
Boulter, on the other hand, has had a mixed season, with some positive results, including a quarterfinal finish in Nottingham and a last-16 appearance in Cleveland. The 29-year-old Brit also competed in the US Open, but was defeated in the first round.
Heading into the China Open, Anisimova is the clear favorite, having broken into the top five of the WTA rankings for the first time in her career. Boulter, known for her energy and court movement, will be eager to pull off an upset against the rising American star. However, Anisimova's powerful performances this year suggest that she should be able to adapt quickly and advance to the third round.
