Amanda Anisimova gets emotional as she defeats Emma Navarro to make it to her maiden WTA 1000 final at Candian Masters

Amanda Anisimova defeated compatriot Emma Navarro in three sets to set herself a final's clash with defending champion Jessica Pegula.

Amanda Anisimova gets emotional as she defeats Emma Navarro to make it to her maiden WTA 1000 final at Candian Masters

Amanda Anisimova gets emotional after making it to her first WTA 1000 final (via Sky Sports, X)

American player Amanda Anisimova was emotional after she made it to her first WTA 1000 final after defeating Emma Navarro at the Canadian Masters. Anisimova beat her opponent 6-3, 2-6, 6-2 in the semifinals to set up a clash with defending champion Jessica Pegula.

After hitting the winner against Navarro, Anisimova covered her face with both hands to get a grip on all the emotions she was feeling. Later when she shook hands with Navarro at the net, the 22-year-old’s face was glowing with joy.

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After completing the formalities, the American soaked in the feeling by once again covering her face with both hands. Anisimova then lifted her racket to thank the crowd for their support. The video of this moment was shared by the WTA on social media.

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Amanda Anisimova hungry for more

The win against Emma Navarro was Amanda Anisimova‘s fourth Top 20 win of the week, following wins against World No. 3 Aryna Sabalenka, No. 12 Anna Kalinskaya, and No. 10 Daria Kasatkina. She had also defeated former World No. 2 Paula Badosa in the third round of the Australian Open earlier this year.

After defeating Navarro in Canada, Anisimova said that it was a huge accomplishment for her. The World No. 132 said that she was surprised by her level this week and stated that she was hungry for more success. 

This is a huge accomplishment for me, and something I've been working really hard towards. I'm just super happy, honestly, with my week here, and I'm pretty surprised with how well I've been able to do so far. I'm still hungry for more, and I hope that I can really do well tomorrow.
Amanda Anisimova said (H/T: WTA)

Anisimova is yet to register a win against Jessica Pegula in their two meetings so far. However, she will take inspiration from their last match on the green clay of Charleston this year, where the match ended in a third-set tiebreak.

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