Amanda Anisimova Returns to US Open After Mental Health Break

World No. 10 is set to compete at Flushing Meadows in strong form after a period of self‑reflection that has helped the player embrace discomfort as a catalyst for improvement. The athlete’s recent performances have shown a marked rise in confidence, positioning the competitor as a serious contender for a major title at this year’s US Open.

American Amanda Anisimova, a former junior prodigy who reached the French Open semifinals in 2019, announced an indefinite break from tennis in May 2023 to address mental‑health concerns following the death of her father, Konstantin, earlier that year. In a New York interview ahead of the tournament, Anisimova said the hiatus taught her the importance of balancing life on and off the court. Returning to competition, she aims to surpass last year’s result and capture her first Grand Slam title at Flushing Meadows.