Iga Swiatek delivered an extraordinary performance at Wimbledon today, crushing Amanda Anisimova 6-0 6-0 in less than an hour to secure her first title at SW19.
The Polish star's comprehensive victory marked the end of a challenging 13-month period without a trophy.
Swiatek dominated from the outset, racing to a 4-0 lead within the opening 20 minutes. Anisimova, playing in her maiden Grand Slam final, struggled to cope with the occasion and the relentless pressure from her opponent.
The match concluded swiftly, with Swiatek claiming her sixth Grand Slam title in emphatic fashion on Centre Court.
Iga Swiatek produced a dominant display to win Wimbledon on Saturday, with the world No 2 simply too good for Amanda Anisimova
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The American's difficulties were evident from the start, as nerves took hold in front of the Centre Court crowd.
Despite her impressive semi-final victory over world number one Aryna Sabalenka just 48 hours earlier, Anisimova appeared overwhelmed by the magnitude of the occasion.
The 23-year-old's frustration boiled over as she screamed after sending a forehand wide, surrendering her serve once more. She managed just nine points in the opening set whilst committing 14 unforced errors.
The Centre Court spectators, who had paid more than £240 for tickets, attempted to lift the American's spirits.
Their encouragement proved futile as Anisimova dropped seven consecutive games.
The match represented the most lopsided Wimbledon final in the Open Era, with Swiatek's double bagel victory setting a new benchmark for dominance.
Amanda Anisimova struggled during Saturday's emphatic Wimbledon final defeat
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The first set's 6-0 scoreline marked the first bagel set in a ladies' singles final at the All England Club since 2017.
Swiatek required just 25 minutes to secure the opening set, leaving spectators witnessing a historic mismatch.
Anisimova's inability to win a single game throughout the entire match underscored the gulf in performance between the two players on this occasion.
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The victory marked a triumphant return to form for Swiatek, who arrived at the Championships as the eighth seed following a difficult season.
Swiatek had not claimed a title since her French Open triumph in June 2024, making this Wimbledon crown particularly significant.
Iga Swiatek produced one of the best performances of her career to win Wimbledon on Saturday
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The Polish star's connection to SW19 runs deep, having captured the junior girls' title at the venue seven years ago. Today's victory completed her journey from promising junior to Wimbledon champion, adding the prestigious grass-court Major to her collection.
This sixth Grand Slam trophy also represents cements Swiatek's status amongst tennis's elite.