Amanda Anisimova is just two matches away from winning her first Grand Slam title with the 24 year-old in semi-final action against Naomi Osaka at the US Open this evening.

Anisimova’s appearance in the final four at Flushing Meadows comes almost eight weeks after suffering a 6-0, 6-0 defeat to Iga Swiatek in the Wimbledon final.

From the age of 15, the American has been touted for major success with her parents a large driving force behind her rise to the top of the sport.

And should Anisimova indeed land her first Grand Slam title this weekend, the tennis star will no doubt dedicate her victory to her late dad, who died six years ago in tragic circumstances.

Who are Amanda Anisimova’s parents?

Amanda Anisimova was born in New Jersey to Olga Anisimova and Konstantin Anisimov.

Her pa

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