Amanda Anisimova disclosed that illness played a significant role in her unexpected loss to Elina Svitolina during the round of 16 at the Montreal Open. The young American, who had shown impressive form earlier in the tournament, struggled physically and emotionally, resulting in a 4-6, 1-6 defeat.
Anisimova, fresh from reaching the Wimbledon final, had been confidently winning matches in straight sets at the Canadian Open. However, her clash with Svitolina unfolded differently as she began by taking an early lead with a break of serve but soon fell behind as the Ukrainian opponent dominated the remainder of the match.
Match details reveal Svitolina’s control after early setbacks
Initially, Anisimova broke serve to lead 2-1, offering hopes of continued success, but Svitolina quickly reversed momentum. The Ukrainian showcased strong physical and mental resilience, overshadowing Anisimova’s performance with just three games won throughout the contest. This turnaround left spectators surprised by the abrupt shift in Anisimova’s level on court.
Svitolina expressed confidence and relief following the victory, emphasizing her own determination and composure against a talented adversary.
Anisimova opens up about health challenges post-match
Following the defeat, Anisimova took to Instagram to communicate directly with her fans, explaining that feeling unwell severely impacted her ability to compete at her best during the match. Her honesty has sparked conversations about her current health condition and its possible influence on upcoming tournaments.
Looking ahead to recovery and future competition
As she focuses on recuperating, the tennis community is watching closely for Anisimova’s return, particularly her next scheduled participation at the Cincinnati Open. The upcoming event represents an opportunity for her to overcome recent difficulties and demonstrate her resilience on the court once more. Fans and analysts alike remain hopeful about her prospects following this setback.
“Amanda Anisimova’s illness affected her game and ultimately led to this disappointing result.” — Analysts
“Elina showed incredible strength mentally and physically throughout the match.” — Elina Svitolina