Amanda Anisimova vs Iga Swiatek – Wimbledon women’s final LIVE: A break of serve in the first set as both aim for maiden SW19 title

Swiatek drills a forehand long.

But Anisimova then produces her 14th double fault of the tournament. 15-15.

Anisimova looks very tight. She tries to outhit Swiatek but has not yet found her range.

The former world No 1 holds to 15 to consolidate her early break.

What a start by Swiatek as she breaks to 15 in the opening game.

No big reaction at the end of that game by either player though. There is a long way to go.

Anisimova loses the first point with a shanked backhand, before Swiatek makes it 0-30 by nailing a fierce forehand return.

Another poor shot by Anisimova into the net then brings up three break points straight away.

Amanda Anisimova to serve first. Here we go!

Amanda Anisimova wins the toss and will serve first.

But it’s Iga Swiatek who looks the more fired up. She was already shadow-swinging aggressively as the coin hit the turf.

Centre Court rises as Iga Swiatek and Amanda Anisimova step out into the sunshine for the 2025 Wimbledon ladies’ final.

Swiatek enters the area wearing headphones, while Anisimova is soaking up the atmosphere.

A first grass-court title awaits one of them. Swiatek is chasing her sixth Slam — Anisimova her first.

Let the battle begin… after the warm-up.

Nick Kyrgios has been giving his take on today’s finalists during a TNT Sports watchalong.

On the subject of Iga Swiatek’s infamous towel-hoarding habit, he said: ‘I’m the opposite of Iga Swiatek. I’ve only grabbed one or two of them in my career. I wouldn’t be sweeping them up!’

He was more complimentary about Amanda Anisimova, calling her rise ‘just a matter of time’.

‘She was ranked 400th in the world and now makes her first Slam final. I’ve hit with her — she hits incredibly flat and has one of the best two-handed backhands in the women’s game.’

Nine-time Wimbledon champion Martina Navratilova has some sage advice for the finalists: stay in the moment.

Speaking on BBC Two, Navratilova says: ‘Every player dreams of winning here more than anywhere else.

‘But I would say play the ball, don’t play the Wimbledon final.’

It’s a hot one in Wimbledon — 29°C and blazing sunshine as we approach the 4pm start.

With no cloud cover and only a light breeze, conditions could test the players’ endurance as much as their shot-making.

Hydration will be key out there.

I thought I’d experienced everything on court — but not this. Playing well on grass is new for me, and I feel confident. I’m just going for it.

Iga Swiatek ahead of her first Wimbledon final.

I never thought I’d be in the final at Wimbledon. I’m just going to enjoy every moment and try to bring high-quality tennis.

Amanda Anisimova, after stunning Sabalenka in the semis.

Swiatek’s serve-forehand combo has been deadly this fortnight — she’s won 78% of her first-serve points and saved 82% of break points.

But Anisimova has already beaten World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka here — and brings the biggest firepower Swiatek has faced yet.

Head-to-head: First senior meeting

Slam finals: Swiatek 5 (won all 5), Anisimova 0

Grass titles: Neither has won one… yet

Last meeting: Swiatek beat Anisimova at Junior Fed Cup 2016

It’s not just the Princess of Wales watching on from the Royal Box this afternoon — it’s a who’s who of tennis greats, global stars and dignitaries.

Martina Navratilova, Billie Jean King, and Martina Hingis will all be in attendance, joined by Olympic heroes Sir Mo Farah and Adam Peaty, Hollywood actor Stanley Tucci, and CNN’s Christiane Amanpour.

.Also on the guest list: the US Ambassador, leaders from the LTA, Tennis Australia and USTA, and even directors Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach.

Amanda Anisimova’s remarkable rise has captivated tennis — and now she’s playing in front of royalty.

The Princess of Wales has arrived at Wimbledon, waving to fans as she makes her way towards the Royal Box.

Dressed head to toe in Wimbledon white, Kate Middleton is embracing tradition as she gets set to watch the ladies’ final.

Two years ago, Amanda Anisimova walked away from tennis to protect her mental health.

Today, she walks onto Centre Court in a Wimbledon final.

From outside the world’s top 400 to a shot at the title — this is one of the great sporting turnarounds.

This is Iga Swiatek’s first Wimbledon final — and her shot at becoming the first Polish woman to win the title in the Open Era.

She’s 5-0 in Slam finals and is looking to win majors on clay, hard and grass — a feat no woman under 25 has achieved since Serena in 2002.

£3million, 2,000 ranking points, and a lifetime of bragging rights. That’s what the winner takes home.

Anisimova is already projected to make her Top 10 debut next week — and could rise to No 5 if she wins.

Swiatek, currently No 4, would jump to No 3 with victory.

There will be a first-time Wimbledon ladies’ champion crowned today — for the eighth straight edition.

The last woman to defend the title here? Serena Williams in 2016.

Welcome to Mail Sport’s live coverage of the 2025 Wimbledon ladies’ singles final.

We’re one hour away from Iga Swiatek vs Amanda Anisimova — a fascinating clash between a five-time Grand Slam champion and a resurgent former prodigy making her major final debut.