Madison Keys rallies to beat Anisimova at Wimbledon 2026

Madison Keys staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Amanda Anisimova 3-6, 6-2, 6-3 in the Wimbledon third round on July 4, 2026. The American, seeded 26th, rallied from a set down to secure her 30th career victory at the All England Club and set up a fourth-round clash with Linda Noskova.

How did Keys turn the match around?

Keys struggled early as Anisimova dominated the opening set, winning the final three games to take a 6-3 lead. However, the 26th seed responded with a surge, taking the first three games of the second set and saving three game points to force a decider. In the third set, Keys broke Anisimova’s serve in the fourth game and sealed the match when her opponent’s return sailed wide.

What does this win mean for Keys' career?

This victory marks Keys’ 25th appearance in the second week of a Grand Slam, a milestone she never imagined reaching early in her career. 'I think it's kind of crazy that it's like this kind of number,' she said. 'If you told me when I was first starting my career it would still be happening now, I think that would probably be the thing I'm proudest of.'

Keys has now won 10 grass-court matches in 2026, the most of any WTA player in main draws. She also became the 15th player in the Open Era to achieve 30+ wins at all four women’s singles majors, joining Victoria Azarenka, who accomplished the feat at the 2025 French Open.

What’s next for Keys at Wimbledon?

Keys will face Linda Noskova in the fourth round, continuing her quest for a deep run at Wimbledon. With an eight-match winning streak-her longest since 2025-Keys is in strong form. 'It only gets harder now,' she acknowledged. 'Every round from now is like its own mini tournament.'