Tennis - Australian Open - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - January 19, 2024 Amanda Anisimova of the U.S in action during her third round match against Spain's Paula Badosa as spectators are seen in the reflection of glass REUTERS/Edgar Su
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Amanda Anisimova said she was proud of reaching the second week of the Australian Open on her return from an eight-month break from tennis, even if part of her expected to hit the ground running.
The 22-year-old American, who in May announced an indefinite break from the sport because of mental health concerns and burnout, kicked off her campaign in Melbourne by knocking out Russian 13th seed Liudmila Samsonova 6-3 6-4.
