Overview

• She became the first woman to successfully defend the US Open since Serena Williams.
• The world No. 1 secured her fourth major in 1 hour 34 minutes, converting her third match point after an Anisimova return error.
• The champion collects $5 million in prize money, with the runner-up receiving half that amount.
• Amanda Anisimova is projected to enter the WTA top five on Monday following her second consecutive Grand Slam final.
• About 24,000 spectators saw a power-hitting final at Arthur Ashe Stadium on a rainy New York afternoon.