Amanda Anisimova was heart broken after losing Canadian Open 2024 final

Amanda Anisimova was emotional when she lost her maiden WTA 1000 final at the 2024 Canadian Open against Jessica Pegula.

The American still remained undefeated making unbelievable record about her one-sided rivalry with the champion. Pegula won the 2023 champion in Canada then she managed defended her title by beating her opponent Anisimova 6-3, 2-6, 6-1 on Monday, August 12. With that she managed to lift her third WTA 1000 title and sixth overall in her career.

After the match Anisimova congratulated the World number 6 for defending her title and she highlighted that her opponent has been brilliant. Anisimova said “Oh God, I don’t think I’ve ever been this overcome with emotion at a speech. First off, I want to say congratulations to Jess.”

On Monday we saw Jessica Pegula registering her third victory against Anisimova and she is being considered as a dangerous player by many players.

Despite her four consecutive top-20 wins Anisimova was left in tears about the fixture where she stated that; she wishes to never challenge her again.

She said “I mean, you’re playing amazing tennis – I never want to play you again,” she laughed, wiping off her tears. No really, you’ve been doing amazing and it’s really inspiring to see. Honestly, I’m really proud of everything you’ve been able to do. And just keep it up.”

Anisimova hoped that she could have a chance to play on finals but she praised her opponent. She said “I mean… hope that we’ll be able to play many more finals, but yeah, it will be difficult.”

After losing Madrid open in 2023 Anisimova then took a break from the tennis due to her mental health concern. She returned to the tour earlier this year at the ASB Classic in New Zealand but briefly dropped out of the top 400 in January. Anisimova also didn’t make it at the Sunshine Swing after sustaining a muscle injury. The 22-year-old has made a spectacular return to the top 50 at the Canadian Open campaign

During her speech, Anisimova said:”I normally don’t do this, but I just want to say that I’m proud of myself. I feel like, I’ve overcome a lot of things this year from mental challenges to injuries and it’s not easy.

“I think just having a positive mindset and putting into the universe what you want you want to get out is the most important thing and that’s the only way you can make your dreams come true.”

After ranked at the bottom Anisimova didn’t make it to the ongoing Cincinnati Open. Her fans hope to see her partakes in any other event more especially in 2024 US Open.

BY LUCKY SEANEGO