Holger Rune and Amanda Anisimova have emerged as a prominent duo for the US Open mixed doubles event set for August 19-20, 2025. Rune recently shared a notable prediction he made about Anisimova’s chances at Wimbledon after observing her play at the Queen’s Club Championships earlier this year.
Anisimova has had a standout season, highlighted by her Qatar Open victory in February, which marked a significant breakthrough in her career. She maintained her strong performance through the grass-court season, notably advancing to the final at Queen’s Club, an event that in 2025 hosted both men’s and women’s draws for the first time since 1973.
Rune, also competing at Queen’s Club, said he anticipated Anisimova’s deep run at Wimbledon based on her on-court form. He revealed,
“You know it’s actually funny, people can think maybe I am lying, but I am not I promise,”
—Holger Rune, explaining how he told others at Queen’s that he believed she would win Wimbledon, a feat she nearly accomplished by reaching the final.
Despite falling heavily to Iga Swiatek in the Wimbledon final, Anisimova’s progress validated Rune’s hopeful forecast. He also praised her personal and professional growth, stating,
“But, you know she’s really improved, been through a lot also. But yeah, it’s just amazing to be able to share the court with her.”
—Holger Rune
Background on Holger Rune and Amanda Anisimova’s doubles experience
This US Open mixed doubles pairing represents the first time Rune and Anisimova have teamed up. For Rune, the tournament marks his debut in mixed doubles at a Grand Slam, contrasting with Anisimova’s slightly more experienced status.
Anisimova has previously competed in three Grand Slam mixed doubles events, partnering with Nick Kyrgios, Christian Harrison, and Michael Mmoh. While she has not yet advanced beyond the second round in these appearances, her matches have been notably competitive, as she twice faced eventual champions and once the runner-up in earlier rounds.
Alongside other star-studded mixed doubles pairs—such as Carlos Alcaraz with Emma Raducanu—the revamped US Open mixed doubles event has drawn considerable attention ahead of its 2025 iteration. Rune and Anisimova both aim to capitalize on their momentum and make a strong championship bid at Flushing Meadows.