Amanda Anisimova Shares Emotional Family Message as China Open Win Sees Her Overthrow Coco Gauff
Amanda Anisimova’s Emotional Family Tribute After China Open Triumph Overthrows Coco Gauff
Amanda Anisimova, the surging American star, captured her first China Open title on October 5, 2025, defeating Czech prodigy Linda Noskova 6-0, 2-6, 6-2 in the final—a victory that not only marked her second WTA 1000 crown of the season but also propelled her past Coco Gauff in the rankings, overtaking the former world No. 2 to climb to No. 4 overall. The 24-year-old’s emotional post-match message was a heartfelt dedication to her family, whom she credited as her “strength behind” the run, reflecting on the personal significance of the win amid a breakout year that included Wimbledon and US Open finals.
The Final: A Gritty Comeback on Beijing’s Diamond Court
Anisimova dominated the opener with a bagel, breaking Noskova four times in 27 minutes, but the 20-year-old Czech mounted a fierce fightback in the second set, leveling the match with aggressive baseline play. Anisimova, however, regained composure in the decider, breaking twice and holding firm to seal the 1-hour-46-minute triumph—her fourth WTA title and fifth final of 2025. Post-match, she praised Noskova: “Congratulations… You’re so young still. I’m sure we have a lot more finals to play.”
This capped a stellar China Open run for Anisimova, seeded third: She dismantled Jasmine Paolini 6-7(4), 6-3, 6-4 in the quarters and crushed Gauff 6-1, 6-2 in the semis in just 58 minutes, ending the defending champion’s bid and leapfrogging her in the standings. Gauff, who struggled with five double faults and unforced errors, later reflected: “No matter what I did, I just couldn’t get into the match.”
The Emotional Family Message: “My Strength Behind”
Anisimova’s victory held deep personal resonance, as she dedicated the title to her family in a touching on-court tribute, calling them her “strength behind” through a season of highs and challenges. She expressed gratitude to her team and loved ones for their unwavering support, especially after a “nightmare” Wimbledon final (6-0, 6-0 loss to Iga Świątek) that tested her resolve. “It’s been an incredible few weeks… I wanna thank my family and team—they’re my everything,” she said, her voice cracking with emotion. This win, her first in Beijing, also positions her as the fourth woman born in the 2000s with multiple WTA 1000 titles in a year, joining Bianca Andreescu, Świątek, and Mirra Andreeva.
Anisimova’s 2025 Breakthrough: From Runner-Up to Champion
Anisimova’s season has been transformative: Wimbledon and US Open finals (her first majors), plus a Qatar Open title earlier. The China Open triumph, earning 1,000 ranking points and $416,000, vaults her to No. 4, ahead of Gauff, and strengthens her WTA Finals bid in Riyadh.
| Tournament | Result | Key Opponent |
|————|——–|————–|
| Wimbledon | Finalist | Lost 6-0, 6-0 to Świątek |
| US Open | Finalist | Lost to Sabalenka |
| China Open | Champion | Beat Noskova 6-0, 2-6, 6-2 |
Fans celebrated on social media, with #AnisimovaChampion trending: “Emotional win for Amanda—family first!” As she eyes the WTA Finals, Anisimova’s heartfelt message cements her as a rising force with heart.
