Overview
- The American advanced in straight sets in about 70 minutes on Louis Armstrong Stadium to begin her campaign.
- She is scheduled to face Australia’s Maya Joint in the second round.
- Her season includes a maiden WTA 1000 title in Doha and a run to the Wimbledon final against Iga Swiatek.
- Anisimova has spoken openly about stepping away in May 2023 and returning in January 2024, saying she is enjoying the journey this year.
- World No. 83 Kimberley Birrell struggled with double faults as Anisimova controlled key service games to close out each set.