US Open Women’s Final Prediction: Aryna Sabalenka vs Amanda Anisimova

The 2025 US Open Women’s Final promises a blockbuster clash between defending champion Aryna Sabalenka and home favorite Amanda Anisimova. These two have already met twice at the Majors this season, splitting their battles, and both arrive in this year’s final in top form. Sabalenka is chasing her first Grand Slam title of the season, while Anisimova looks to capture her maiden Major, in her second career Grand Slam final, backed by a raucous home crowd.

Aryna Sabalenka vs Amanda Anisimova

Yesh

At their current levels, Naomi Osaka (who lost to Anisimova in the semifinal) is the more complete player than Aryna Sabalenka. Osaka adapts better in rallies and generates nearly as much power. Yet Anisimova still found a way through their semifinal clash. Her first-strike tennis is simply unstoppable right now.

This final will be entirely on Anisimova’s racket—and in her head. While nerves got the better of her at Wimbledon, she has shown none of that at this US Open. Anisimova looks fully locked in, and I don’t expect her to blink on the big stage.

Prediction: Anisimova in 2

Jordan

Anisimova’s mentality will be pivotal in this match. There might still be some scar tissue from not winning a game in the Wimbledon final less than two months ago. But I am backing the American to win her maiden Grand Slam. Having the support of a home crowd should help Anisimova handle any lingering effects from that defeat. She has also proven her game can disrupt Sabalenka in their past meetings, and she should feel more comfortable facing a fellow big hitter in the final.

Prediction: Anisimova in 3

Zain

Whenever Sabalenka and Anisimova meet, fans can expect raw power and heavy hitting—and this third Major showdown of the season should be no different. Both excel on hard courts, with Sabalenka arriving as the defending US Open champion, and Anisimova fueled by the home crowd in pursuit of her biggest career title.

Much like their previous battles, whoever takes control of rallies first—through pace, early timing, or quick redirection—will hold the advantage. Both players bring strong first serves, reliable backhands, and aggressive forehands. While Sabalenka occasionally adds variety, this is ultimately a duel of ball strikers.

I expect another close, physical battle. Sabalenka has sometimes tightened up in these moments, but this feels like the right opportunity for the World No. 1 to prove she can close on the biggest stage and defend her title.

Prediction: Sabalenka in 3

Ilemona

Anisimova is into her second Grand Slam final just weeks after that devastating Wimbledon defeat, and she enters with a 6–3 head-to-head edge over Sabalenka. She’s shown resilience in New York, working her way through tricky matches and rediscovering the clean ball-striking that has long defined her game.

Sabalenka, meanwhile, has carried her sharp summer form into Flushing Meadows, blasting past opponents with trademark power. Their past meetings suggest Anisimova knows how to absorb and redirect Sabalenka’s pace, but sustaining that over a high-stakes final is another challenge. With both players brimming with confidence, this matchup feels primed for momentum swings and extended rallies. With the crowd behind her, Anisimova should be better equipped to handle the pressure this time.

Prediction: Anisimova in 3

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