Nick Kyrgios, known for his candid and unconventional approach to tennis, was in attendance during the thrilling women’s final match at the 2025 Wimbledon Championships. The clash featured Iga Swiatek taking on Amanda Anisimova, and it turned out to be a benchmark event in the tournament’s history.
In an unprecedented turn of events, Swiatek delivered a commanding performance that saw her dominate Anisimova, securing a historic double bagel victory with a scoreline of 6-0, 6-0. This marked the first time in 114 years that a Wimbledon final concluded with such a result. Anisimova, who had shown remarkable skill to reach this stage, struggled to maintain her momentum against Swiatek, failing to find any effective rhythm throughout the match.
While Swiatek’s gameplay was exemplary, Anisimova’s lack of adaptation was noticeable. Some critics suggested that a more creative strategy might have helped rattle the four-time French Open champion, and Kyrgios seemed to agree. The Australian tennis star shared his thoughts during a watch-along session with former doubles specialist Coco Vandeweghe and accomplished player Daniel Evans.
As Swiatek raced to a quick 4-0 lead in the first set, Kyrgios provocatively suggested that Anisimova might consider conceding the set entirely. “I know it sounds crazy,” he remarked, “but in a moment like this, I would completely tank this set. I would just throw this set away… Just rope-a-dope like in boxing, and get ready for the second.” His offbeat perspective, although humorous, reflected his trademark approach to the sport.
The Australian continued his playful commentary by proposing that Anisimova use unexpected tactics, such as hitting successive underarm serves – a strategy Kyrgios has found effective against opponents who position themselves far behind the baseline. As Swiatek moved closer to a 5-0 lead, Kyrgios further entertained the viewers with the suggestion that Anisimova should simply avoid engaging with any of Swiatek’s returns for that game.
This unconventional mindset is not foreign to Kyrgios, who has frequently employed similar tactics in his matches, especially when he finds himself in a bind. One notable instance occurred during his 2022 Wimbledon campaign against Brandon Nakashima—Kyrgios was only a break down yet opted to hold back during a critical service game to disrupt his opponent’s flow. This decision ultimately proved to be wise, as Nakashima faltered in the fifth set, handing the match to Kyrgios.
Following a lengthy layoff due to injury, Kyrgios is set to rejoin the ATP Tour at the 2025 Citi Open in Washington. Having achieved victory at this tournament on two occasions, he expressed enthusiasm about his upcoming return.
Adding to the spectacle of his personality, Kyrgios also announced plans for a unique “Battle of the Sexes” match against WTA world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, suggesting modifications to standard competition rules to level the playing field.
As the tennis world watches with bated breath, Kyrgios’s return promises to be as compelling as ever, blending traditional competition with an unpredictable flair.
