Amanda Anisimova’s older sister, Maria, may not be a household name in tennis, but her impact on Amanda’s life has been profound. Maria once pursued tennis herself, playing at the collegiate level for the University of Pennsylvania, where she made history by qualifying for the NCAA Championships in doubles. Though she eventually stepped away from the sport, her understanding of its demands and emotional toll made her uniquely equipped to support Amanda through personal tragedy.
Coping with Loss Together
In 2019, Amanda’s world was shaken by the sudden death of her father and longtime coach, Konstantin Anisimov. The loss came just days before the US Open, forcing Amanda to withdraw from the tournament and retreat from public life. She later admitted that even leaving the house felt impossible. During this time, Maria became a pillar of support, helping Amanda process her grief and slowly rebuild her emotional strength.
Rebuilding Through Family
Maria didn’t just offer emotional comfort—she helped reshape Amanda’s environment. She encouraged their parents to create a tennis camp where Amanda could train while connecting with peers her age. This space allowed Amanda to rediscover joy in the game and feel less isolated. Maria’s influence helped shift tennis from a source of pressure to a place of healing and growth.
A Bond That Anchored Recovery
Amanda has often spoken about how her family’s support, especially Maria’s, helped her through the most difficult chapter of her life. Maria’s decision to step away from her own tennis career gave her the perspective to guide Amanda with empathy and wisdom. Their relationship became a foundation for Amanda’s recovery, allowing her to return to the sport with renewed purpose and emotional resilience.
Moving Forward Together
Today, Amanda Anisimova continues to rise in the tennis world, and her bond with Maria remains strong. While Maria has built a successful career outside of tennis, her role in Amanda’s journey is undeniable. Through grief, healing, and triumph, their sisterhood has been a source of strength and stability—proof that behind every great athlete, there is often a quiet force helping them carry the weight.
Anisimova at the U.S. Open, ranking, and results in 2025
Now ranked no.9, the American has achieved an overall 38-15 record in 2025. Amanda is currently competing at the U.S. Open where she conquered the world no.83 Kimberly Birrell 6-3 6-2, the world no.43 Maya Joint 7-6(2) 6-2, the world no.50 Jaqueline Cristian 6-4 4-6 6-2, the world no.22 Beatriz Haddad Maia 6-0 6-3 and the world no.2 Iga Swiatek 6-4 6-3.
Amanda Anisimova will face the world no.24 Naomi Osaka in the semifinal on Thursday at 9:00 pm on Arthur Ashe Stadium. The head to head is 2-0 for Anisimova.
The American conquered 1 title in 2025 in Doha. The American was the finalist in London (LTA London Championships) and in Wimbledon.