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Iga Swiatek delivered one of the most dominant Grand Slam final performances in recent memory at Wimbledon 2025, dismantling Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 in just over an hour to claim her maiden Wimbledon title. While the scoreline itself made headlines, an interesting question emerged at the post-tournament Champions’ Dinner—did Swiatek ever consider giving a game to her opponent to ease the sting of a ‘double bagel’?
The question, posed by former British tennis star Laura Robson, was met with a composed yet candid response from the newly crowned Wimbledon champion.
“I didn’t, but I think any athlete would understand” – Swiatek on not giving away a game
When asked whether it crossed her mind to let Amanda Anisimova win a game in the final to avoid the brutal 6-0, 6-0 outcome, Swiatek responded with quiet conviction:
“I didn’t, but I think any athlete would understand,” she said.
Iga Swiatek’s response speaks volumes about her competitive mindset. Despite the lopsided scoreline, the Polish star maintained her professional focus from the first point to the last. There was no room for sentimentality or showmanship—only a deep desire to finally secure her first title at the All England Club.
From struggling season to Wimbledon glory
Swiatek’s journey to this historic win wasn’t a smooth ride. The first half of 2025 saw her fail to win a single title—a shocking drought for a player of her caliber. Her reign as French Open champion came to an abrupt end, leading many to question whether her dominance on tour was beginning to fade.
But champions rise when it matters most.
At Wimbledon, Iga Swiatek rediscovered her fire, culminating in a flawless final where she gave Anisimova no breathing room. Ironically, Amanda Anisimova herself had dished out a 6-0, 6-0 win in the first round against Yulia Putintseva, making her final defeat all the more unexpected.
“I knew I had to be brave” – Iga Swiatek reflects on emotional triumph
Following the win, Swiatek offered a glimpse into her mindset throughout the tournament:
“I am an emotional person, inside I feel much more than I show outside, I knew in this tournament I had to be brave,” she said.
“In the final, since I won the semifinal, I felt a bit more nervous, so I knew I had to be in the zone, fight for every point, not take anything for granted, and at the end it finished with a score like that." She concluded
Her clinical performance wasn't premeditated, but rather the result of staying mentally locked in and capitalizing on every opportunity that came her way.
With this title, Iga Swiatek not only silenced any doubts about her form but also became the second most successful active player in women’s tennis, adding a sixth Grand Slam trophy to her growing legacy.
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