Amanda Anisimova stood poised at the baseline, ready to serve in a pivotal moment of her match against Linda Noskova at Wimbledon. The crowd held its breath in collective silence—until an unmistakable pop shattered the stillness. A champagne bottle had been opened among the spectators, causing heads to turn and murmurs to ripple across the stands.
A moment of surprise and candid reaction from the court
Anisimova, visibly startled by the disruption, paused and looked toward the source of the sound. With a mix of confusion and exasperation, she called out, “Why are you opening it right now?” Her question—simple and spontaneous—struck a chord with the crowd and quickly began circulating online.
The culture of celebration and timing in elite tennis settings
While Wimbledon is known for its luxury traditions—complete with strawberries and cream, and yes, champagne—there’s an unspoken rule about when it’s appropriate to indulge. The timing of the bottle’s opening, mid-serve during a crucial moment in a match, broke that etiquette and raised eyebrows. Such interruptions, though rare, highlight the delicate balance between spectatorship and sportsmanship at high-profile tournaments.
Players’ mental focus and how distractions play a role
Anisimova’s reaction underscored how precision and mental clarity are key components of elite athletic performance. A single sound can shift concentration, and in tennis, where every point matters, such distractions can alter the rhythm of a match. While she maintained her composure, the pause served as a reminder of the human element within the often-glamorous façade of professional tennis.
A vintage #Wimbledon warning 😂🍾
SOUND ON! 🔉 pic.twitter.com/ZNoIr3Eun5
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 6, 2025
Anisimova in Wimbledon, ranking, and results in 2025
At the moment ranked no.12 (career-high), the American has managed to achieve a composed 28-12 match record in 2025. Amanda is now competing in Wimbledon where she beat the world no.33 Yulia Putintseva 6-0 6-0, the world no.71 Renata Zarazua 6-4 6-3 and the world no.110 Dalma Galfi 6-3 5-7 6-3.
Amanda Anisimova will play the world no.27 Linda Noskova in the 4th round on Sunday at 7:00 pm on Court 1. Their current record is 1-0 for Noskova.
The American conquered 1 title in 2025 in Doha. The American reached the final in London (LTA London Championships).
