Last year’s Wimbledon runner-up Amanda Anisimova ​made a winning return to the ‌Grand Slam with a 6-3 6-2 ​win over qualifier Lina ⁠Gjorcheska to reach the second round on Tuesday (June 30, 2026).

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Anisimova suffered a humbling 6-0 6-0 ‌defeat by Iga Swiatek in the title clash 12 ‌months ago but the American ‌showed ⁠no sign of any lingering ⁠scars as she swept aside her North Macedonian opponent on Court Two.

Gjorcheska, the first ​player from her ‌nation to compete in a Grand Slam main draw, showed resistance towards the end in a ‌bid to prolong the contest ​but Anisimova was too good for her and prevailed in ⁠61 minutes.

“It’s not easy playing a qualifier who has had a few ‌matches under her belt,” said Anisimova, who has struggled with a wrist injury in recent weeks.

“She played great, we haven’t faced each other, so it was a ‌tricky first round. I’m super excited to ​be back here.

“When I got here I was filled ⁠with great memories and I’m trying to ⁠carry that vibe … trying to enjoy each day here.”

Anisimova takes ‌on Petra Marcinko or Sofia Kenin in the second round.