In a historic match, Iga Swiatek captured her first Wimbledon title and sixth major championship with a stunning performance, defeating American Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 in just 57 minutes. This remarkable victory marks the first time in 114 years that a player failed to win a single game in a women’s final at Wimbledon.
The 24-year-old Polish star improved her record to 6-0 in major finals, adding the prestigious Wimbledon title to her already impressive collection, which includes four French Open trophies and one US Open title. With this win, Swiatek becomes the eighth woman in history — and the only active player — to secure a major title on all three surfaces: clay, hard, and grass.
Swiatek demonstrated her dominance by winning 55 out of 79 points during the match, requiring only 10 winners to secure her victory. In contrast, Anisimova struggled throughout the match, accumulating 28 unforced errors. The last time a women’s final at Wimbledon ended in a 6-0, 6-0 scoreline was in 1911 when Dorothea Lambert Chambers defeated Dora Boothby.
Notably, the only other women’s major final to feature a double bagel occurred in 1988, when Steffi Graf triumphed over Natasha Zvereva at the French Open.
During the on-court trophy presentation, Swiatek expressed her disbelief at her victory, stating, “Honestly, I didn't even dream of this... I feel like I'm already an experienced player after winning the Slams before, but I never really expected this one.” She credited her team for their unwavering support, saying, “They believed in me more than I did.”
Swiatek's win at Centre Court on a sunny afternoon also marked her 100th victory at a major tournament, achieved in her 120th Grand Slam match. This accomplishment makes her the fastest woman to reach 100 major match wins since Serena Williams, who did so in 116 matches at the 2004 US Open.
This victory ends a significant title drought for Swiatek, who had not won a tournament since her triumph at Roland Garros in June 2024. Despite being the eighth consecutive first-time women’s champion at Wimbledon, her victory stands out due to its sheer dominance.
While Anisimova had recently showcased her skills by winning her first-round match with a 6-0, 6-0 score and eliminating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the semifinals, she struggled to find her rhythm against Swiatek.
After the match, Swiatek offered encouragement to Anisimova, stating, “No matter what happened today, you should be proud of the work you're doing.” Following the match, Anisimova tearfully recognized Swiatek’s talent, saying, “You're such an incredible player... You've been such an inspiration to me.”
Anisimova, who previously reached the semifinals at the 2019 French Open at just 17 years old, is now set to break into the top 10 of the WTA rankings for the first time. After experiencing personal challenges, including the loss of her father and a mental health break from the tour, Anisimova reflected on her journey, thanking her mother for her support and stating, “It's been an incredible fortnight for me.”
As Iga Swiatek revels in her historic win, the tennis world eagerly anticipates her future performances, while Amanda Anisimova's journey serves as a testament to resilience and determination. Both players have left a mark on Wimbledon history, showcasing the incredible talent present in women's tennis today.
