By Ben Phillips
Iga Swiatek delivered one of the most dominant Grand Slam final performances in recent memory, defeating Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 in under an hour to win her first Wimbledon title and sixth major overall.
Swiatek, who had never previously reached the final at the All-England Club, showed no nerves on Centre Court. Her movement was razor sharp, her shot selection precise, and her mental focus unwavering from the first point to the last. It’s her first title since winning the French Open in 2024 and her first major on grass, completing a career set of Grand Slam titles across all three surfaces.
Anisimova, playing in her first Grand Slam final, looked overwhelmed by the occasion and the level of tennis being thrown at her. The 13th seed struggled with her serve, committed too many unforced errors, and never found any rhythm against Swiatek’s relentless consistency and controlled aggression. It was clear early on that this would be Swiatek’s day, and she never took her foot off the pedal.
After the match, Swiatek looked almost stunned by her performance. “I never even dreamed this would happen, it seemed impossible”, she said with a smile during the trophy ceremony.
Swiatek now adds Wimbledon to her growing list of achievements and becomes the first woman since Ash Barty in 2021 to win the French Open and Wimbledon in 12 months. Still just 24, she’s firmly cemented her place as the dominant force in women’s tennis, and on this form, she’s showing no signs of slowing down.
Her journey through the draw, culminating in this final, has been a reminder of what she is capable of at her peak. With titles now on hard, clay, and grass, Iga Swiatek is no longer just a clay-court specialist; she is one of the undisputed queens of the sport.
Wimbledon 2025 Men’s Final Preview: Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz – A New Era’s Defining Rivalry
The men’s singles final at Wimbledon 2025 is set to deliver a blockbuster showdown as world number one Jannik Sinner faces defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in what promises to be a defining clash between two players set to dominate the next era of men’s tennis.
For the second consecutive year, Alcaraz finds himself in the Wimbledon final. Still, this time it’s not Novak Djokovic across the net, it’s his friend, rival, and perhaps the only player who has consistently matched him in the past 12 months: Jannik Sinner. The Italian reached his maiden Wimbledon final by defeating Djokovic in straight sets, a performance many described as Djokovic-esque, cold, clinical, and complete. It was Sinner’s fifth straight win over the 24-time Grand Slam champion, marking a symbolic shift in power.
Alcaraz, meanwhile, has come through a challenging draw with characteristic flair and resilience. His semi-final win over Taylor Fritz showed both his brilliance and his grit, saving two set points in a tense fourth-set tiebreak. The Spaniard has shown throughout this fortnight that even when he’s pushed, he finds another gear, often through his electric shot-making and fearless tennis. Now, he stands one win away from defending his Wimbledon crown and claiming his fourth Grand Slam title.
Head-to-Head & Style Clash
The rivalry is delicately poised. Alcaraz leads their head-to-head 8–4, and has won their most high-profile clash, this year’s French Open final. Both players know each other well, and the contrast in their styles makes for compelling viewing. Alcaraz is the more explosive and unpredictable, capable of turning defence into attack in the blink of an eye. Sinner, on the other hand, is all about controlled aggression, clean hitting from the baseline, measured shot selection, and ice-cool temperament.
This year, however, Sinner’s game has taken another leap. His serve has become a real weapon, and his movement on grass is more fluid than ever. He has looked fragile in only one match, his last 16 encounter with Grigor Dimitrov in which the Bulgarian had to retire at two sets to the good.
Alcaraz, as always, brings the X-factor. He thrives in the biggest matches and on the biggest stages. The Centre Court crowd will remember his five-set epic against Djokovic two years ago, and he may need to summon similar resilience to take down a red-hot Sinner.
What’s at Stake
For Sinner, it’s a chance to win his fourth Slam and cement his world number one status with a Wimbledon title, perhaps the most prestigious of them all. For Alcaraz, it’s a shot at joining elite company by winning three back-to-back Wimbledon titles before his 23rd birthday.
This is not just a final. It’s a glimpse of the future, and a battle for supremacy in the present. Sunday’s match will likely shape the Grand Slam narrative for years to come.
Don’t miss it.
