The historic courts of the Andy Murray Arena in London lit up with sensational tennis as the HSBC Championships women’s singles semifinals saw four determined players give their all for a spot in the final. With grass season heating up, each semifinalist brought a unique story of grit, resurgence, and brilliance to the tournament.
In the first semifinal, Germany’s Tatjana Maria continued her remarkable run by defeating American powerhouse Madison Keys 6-3, 7-6(3). Maria, known for her unorthodox slice-heavy game and relentless court coverage, has impressed throughout the week in London. She overcame tough early-round matches with veteran poise and smart play, proving that age is just a number as she secures a well-deserved place in the final.
On the other side of the draw, American Amanda Anisimova delivered one of her finest performances of the season, outlasting China’s top seed Qinwen Zheng in a three-set thriller: 6-2, 4-6, 6-4. Anisimova, who’s been steadily rebuilding her form and confidence, has shown resilience and versatility on the grass courts. She powered past strong opponents earlier in the tournament with her aggressive baseline game and sharp return skills.
Qinwen Zheng had a solid campaign in London before falling short in the semis. She stormed through the early rounds with authority, using her big serve and athletic movement to dominate matches. Likewise, Madison Keys looked strong at the start of the event, especially with her flat, grass-friendly strokes, but couldn’t get past Maria’s consistency and court craft.
Now, all eyes are on the final clash between Tatjana Maria and Amanda Anisimova—two players on a mission to claim the HSBC Championships crown.
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