Amanda Anisimova enters the Canadian Open ranked at 7, with a 31-13 record on the year.
Amanda Anisimova is set to take on Elina Svitolina in the Canadian Open Round of 16 at Montreal’s IGA Stadium. The highly anticipated match is scheduled to begin at 8:20 PM Eastern, closing out the evening’s women’s action on Centre Court.
Anisimova is on a roll. She’s currently enjoying the best season of her career. After winning a title in Doha, she shocked everyone by reaching the Wimbledon final. Riding high on confidence, she now stands at World No. 7 — her highest ranking yet.
Her momentum in Montreal is just as strong. She defeated Lulu Sun in a tight second-round clash before powering past Emma Raducanu in the third. Anisimova needed just two sets, 6-2, 6-1, to dismantle Raducanu’s comeback hopes.
Svitolina Brings Experience and Precision
On the other side of the net, Elina Svitolina returns to familiar ground. She won the Canadian Open title in 2017 and knows what it takes to succeed here. Svitolina may not be as flashy as her younger opponent, but her steady and smart game keeps her dangerous.
In her third-round match, she breezed past Anna Kalinskaya in under an hour. Her ability to disrupt rhythm with clever slices and sharp drops will be key against Anisimova’s baseline power.
Head-to-Head: Advantage Svitolina
Svitolina leads their head-to-head series 3–1. Their last meeting came on hard court in Chicago in 2021, with Svitolina taking the win. At the time, Anisimova was still gaining experience on the tour.
Tonight’s clash will show how much has changed since then. While Svitolina has the mental edge, Anisimova has added power, consistency, and big-match temperament to her arsenal.
Key Factors to Watch Tonight
- Anisimova’s power game: Her groundstrokes are heavy and penetrating, but timing will be crucial.
- Svitolina’s tactical skills: She’ll aim to disrupt Anisimova’s rhythm with variation and smart court movement.
- Second serve pressure: Both players must handle returns well under pressure.
- Break-point conversions: Svitolina’s calm under pressure may give her an edge in clutch moments.
Expect a clash of styles — brute force versus finesse.
Prediction: Anisimova to Edge a Tight Battle
This match has all the ingredients for a thriller. A tiebreak is likely. Expect three tight sets with momentum swings. Anisimova, with her improved mental game and form, may finally narrow the head-to-head gap.
Our Pick: Anisimova in three sets.
How to Watch Anisimova vs Svitolina Live
- Date: Sunday, August 3, 2025
- Time: Around 8:20 PM Eastern (after the Tauson vs. Swiatek match)
- Venue: IGA Stadium, Montreal
- Court: Centre Court
TV & Streaming Options:
- Tennis Channel (TV broadcast)
- Tennis Channel app and website (live stream)
- T2 Channel (streaming-only)
- Amazon Prime Video – Offers free access to the T2 stream
If you're looking for a dedicated stream, the Tennis Channel provides a standalone subscription option at $9.99/month or $109.99/year.
Don’t miss this high-stakes Canadian Open clash. Anisimova and Svitolina promise a battle of power versus precision in Montreal’s spotlight.
