Amanda Anisimova is one win away from her biggest career title! The 23-year-old American put on a clinical display in the Qatar Open semifinals, dismissing Russia’s Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-3, 6-3 to reach her second WTA 1000 final in just six months.
Anisimova, who has been in scorching form all week, blitzed through a loaded draw, toppling ninth seed Paula Badosa, Canadian star Leylah Fernandez, and rising talent Marta Kostyuk before delivering another commanding performance in today’s semifinal.
Her reward? A blockbuster showdown against Jelena Ostapenko—the fiery former French Open champion who just shocked world No. 1 Iga Swiatek in straight sets. With the title on the line, Anisimova now has a chance to erase the heartbreak of last year’s Canadian Open final—where she fell just short against Jessica Pegula—and claim her maiden WTA 1000 crown.
Fast Start, Fierce Finish – Anisimova Leaves No Doubt
From the very first ball, it was clear Anisimova came to handle business. The American stormed out of the gates, snatching back-to-back breaks to race ahead 4-0 in just 15 minutes.
Alexandrova, an explosive hitter in her own right, fought back admirably, clawing one break back to narrow the gap to 3-4. But Anisimova refused to blink, breaking once more to wrap up the opening set 6-3 with clean, aggressive tennis.
The second set offered more resistance, with Alexandrova pushing hard in a grueling third game, forcing Anisimova to fend off five break points in a marathon battle. That effort proved to be a turning point, as the American immediately capitalized on her own break chance to seize a crucial 3-1 lead.
From there, Anisimova never looked back, holding her nerve and closing out the match with another 6-3 scoreline.
A Statement Run – Anisimova’s Road to the Final
Anisimova’s Qatar Open dominance has been a statement of intent. She’s played with supreme confidence, dropping just one set all tournament, and knocking out a string of tough opponents:
✔ R1: Def. Paula Badosa (9)
✔ R2: Def. Leylah Fernandez
✔ QF: Def. Marta Kostyuk
✔ SF: Def. Ekaterina Alexandrova
Now, only Jelena Ostapenko stands in her way.
Showdown in Doha – Anisimova vs. Ostapenko for the Title!
The Qatar Open final will feature two of the most aggressive ball-strikers on tour, as Anisimova collides with the resurgent Ostapenko, who just delivered a shocking beatdown to three-time defending champion Iga Swiatek.
Anisimova and Ostapenko have met twice before, with the head-to-head tied at 1-1. But with both players hunting for their first WTA 1000 title, expect an all-out slugfest for the trophy.
Will Anisimova complete her breakthrough moment and claim the biggest win of her career? Or will Ostapenko ride the momentum of her stunning semifinal upset and lift the title in Doha?
One thing is certain: This final is set to be an explosive battle you won’t want to miss