Amanda Anisimova Gets Honest on Reason for Lengthy Break From Tennis originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Amanda Anisimova's chances to compete at Wimbledon looked bleak as the tennis player walked away from the game. Anisimova took a break from tennis from May 2023 only to return eight months later in January 2024.

American tennis star Amanda Anisimova has quickly emerged as one of the top-tier performers in the world, most recently defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka to reach the finals of Wimbledon 2025.

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.