WTA Finals 2025: Amanda Anisimova Fights Back to Beat Madison Keys; Elena Rybakina Stuns Iga Świątek
Amanda Anisimova registered a key win at the 2025 WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, overcoming fellow American Madison Keys in a hard-fought match. On Monday, November 3, she rallied from a set down to win 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 in one hour and 43 minutes.
“It’s been a difficult few matches and Madi was playing well; it was a real battle out there. I’m happy with how I managed to turn the match around and turn that frown upside down,” said Anisimova after the victory.
Earlier in the Serena Williams Group, Elena Rybakina secured her spot in the semi-finals with a commanding performance against world No. 2 Iga Świątek. Rybakina came from behind to triumph 3-6, 6-1, 6-0 in one hour and 37 minutes. This marked her first win over Świątek this season and her eighth victory in the last nine matches, the only setback being a walkover loss in Tokyo.
With two group wins, world No. 6 Rybakina became the first player to reach the semi-finals. The second semifinalist from the group will be determined in the upcoming match between Anisimova and Świątek on Wednesday, November 5.
Key Results
- Amanda Anisimova def. Madison Keys 4-6, 6-3, 6-2
- Elena Rybakina def. Iga Świątek 3-6, 6-1, 6-0
Fans can look forward to a decisive clash between Anisimova and Świątek to determine the final semifinal berth.
Author’s summary: Anisimova battled past Keys while Rybakina dominated Świątek, becoming the first semifinalist at the 2025 WTA Finals in Riyadh.