Swiatek Claims Maiden Wimbledon Crown with Historic "Double Bagel"
In a breathtaking display of tennis, Iga Swiatek captured her first Wimbledon title by defeating American Amanda Anisimova with a rare 6-0, 6-0 "double bagel" victory. The Polish star, who had already won five other Grand Slam titles, added the prestigious Venus Rosewater Dish to her collection with a flawless performance on Centre Court.
Women's Final Wimbledon 2025 Date and Time
The Women's Final Wimbledon 2025 took place on Saturday, July 12, 2025. The highly anticipated match began at approximately 11:00 a.m. ET (4:00 p.m. local time).
Women's Final Wimbledon 2025
A Flawless Performance on Centre Court
From the outset, eighth-seeded Iga Swiatek was in complete control of the match. She broke the 13th-seeded Anisimova's serve three times in the opening set to win it 6-0. The second set followed the same pattern, with Swiatek overwhelming her opponent to clinch the championship in historic fashion. The victory marked the first double bagel in a Wimbledon final in the Open Era and the first since 1911.
Match Breakdown
From the start, eighth-seeded Swiatek was in complete control against the 13th-seeded Anisimova, who was playing in her first Grand Slam final.
- First Set: Swiatek won the opening set 6-0 in just 26 minutes. She broke Anisimova's serve three times with a relentless mix of shots. Anisimova struggled with nerves, committing 14 unforced errors and three double faults in the set.
- Second Set: The second set mirrored the first, with Swiatek continuing her flawless play to win 6-0. Anisimova, appearing overwhelmed by the occasion, could not establish any momentum. Despite growing support from the Centre Court crowd hoping for a more competitive match, Swiatek's aggressive baseline pressure never let up.
The Players' Journey and Performance
Iga Swiatek
Swiatek's victory was the culmination of a breakthrough tournament on grass, a surface she had previously found challenging.
- She dropped only one set during her entire run to the final.
- Her path included a commanding 6-2, 6-0 win over Belinda Bencic in the semifinals.
- With the win, Swiatek maintained her perfect 6-0 record in Grand Slam finals.
- She became the eighth consecutive first-time women's singles champion at Wimbledon.
Amanda Anisimova
Despite the lopsided final, Anisimova's run to her first major final was a story of remarkable perseverance.
- She made an inspirational comeback to the top of the sport after taking a break for mental health reasons in 2023.
- Her journey to the final included a stunning semifinal victory over World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka.
- Just a year before reaching the final, Anisimova was ranked outside the top 400 and had failed to qualify for the Wimbledon main draw.
The Finalists' Journey
- Iga Swiatek: Already a four-time French Open champion and a US Open winner, Swiatek had previously struggled on grass courts. Her commanding run to the final, where she dropped only one set, signaled a breakthrough on the surface for the former world No. 1. With this win, she maintained her perfect 6-0 record in Grand Slam finals.
- Amanda Anisimova: The 23-year-old American's path to the final was an inspiring comeback story. After taking a break from tennis in 2023 for mental health reasons, Anisimova made a remarkable return to the top of the sport. Her journey included a stunning semifinal victory over world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka. This was her first-ever Grand Slam final.
Prize Money
The 2025 Wimbledon Championships featured an increased prize fund.
- Winner (Iga Swiatek): Received £3,000,000 (approximately $4.07 million USD).
- Runner-up (Amanda Anisimova): Received £1,520,000 (approximately $2.06 million USD).
A New Champion is Crowned
Swiatek's victory makes her the eighth consecutive first-time women's champion at Wimbledon, a streak dating back to 2017. Her dominant performance solidified her status as one of the sport's top talents and proved her versatility across all surfaces.