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Osaka vs Anisimova — US Open SF Preview
WTA US Open
Hard Court
Semifinal
🧠 Form & Context
Naomi Osaka (🇯🇵, #24)
- 🔥 North American surge: 11 wins in last 12; Montreal finalist, cruising in NYC (d. Gauff, Muchová; dropped one set total).
- 🏆 Big-stage aura: 4/4 converting Slam QFs into titles historically; Ashe rhythm looks back.
- 🎯 Patterns clicking: heavier FH through the middle, improved first-serve locations, cleaner plus-one discipline.
Amanda Anisimova (🇺🇸, #9)
- 🚀 Statement win: straight-sets over Swiatek in the QF after a career year (Doha title; finals at Queen’s & Wimbledon).
- 🏠 Home Slam breakthrough: arrived with modest USO history, now into first USO SF.
- 🧱 Baseline bite: two-handed backhand takes the ball early; return game punishes second serves.
🔍 Match Breakdown
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