A starry-eyed Amanda Anisimova is relishing the prospect of facing her idol, Iga Swiatek, in Saturday’s women’s singles final at Wimbledon. “Iga is such an unbelievable player. She’s also been an inspiration to me. Her work ethic and all of her achievements have been really inspiring. I’m sure it will be an amazing match. Getting to compete against an unbelievable player is going to be super special,” said the US World No. 12.

New rivalry here?

Anisimova, 23, has never played the Polish World No. 4 since turning professional, but the pair have a shared history dating back to their days on the junior circuit.  Swiatek beat Anisimova in straight sets in the Junior Fed Cup finals, a period the American still regarded fondly despite that loss.