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Amanda Anisimova Reaches Quarterfinals, Dismisses Political Queries

1/27/2026

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Amanda Anisimova, an American tennis player, advanced to the 2026 Australian Open quarterfinals and addressed controversy over political questions.
She emphasized pride in representing the United States and rejected inquiries about political views, stating, "I don’t think that’s relevant."
She noted online discourse is tough but not worth excessive energy.
Other American players, including Coco Gauff, faced similar questions from journalist Owen Lewis, who has drawn criticism for his approach.

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Amanda Anisimova, an American tennis player, advanced to the 2026 Australian Open quarterfinals and addressed controversy over political questions.
She emphasized pride in representing the United States and rejected inquiries about political views, stating, "I don’t think that’s relevant."
She noted online discourse is tough but not worth excessive energy.
Other American players, including Coco Gauff, faced similar questions from journalist Owen Lewis, who has drawn criticism for his approach.