# Amanda Anisimova professional comeback and mental health

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/amanda-anisimova-professional-comeback-and-mental-health
> Updated: 2026-08-26T23:36:41.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

American tennis player Amanda Anisimova has focused on her professional comeback and mental health management following a period of retirement and personal loss. After reaching a career-high world No. 3 ranking in early 2026, her season faced setbacks due to a left wrist injury and early exits at major tournaments like Roland Garros and Wimbledon.

In August 2026, Anisimova reunited with former coach Hendrik Vleeshouwers in Toronto to prepare for the hard court season. She noted that their brief separation provided necessary perspective, stating, “I feel like with the break now, it was good that we had some space and we learned what kind of went wrong towards the end.”

Anisimova has emphasized the importance of prioritizing well-being to avoid the burnout that previously led to her stepping away from the sport. Her recent competitive milestones include reaching the final of the 2025 US Open and a Wimbledon final against Iga Swiatek.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: Amanda Anisimova discusses mental health and tennis comeback

Tennis player Amanda Anisimova discusses her return to the sport and the importance of mental health balance after her 2023 retirement.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/amanda-anisimova-discusses-mental-health-and-tennis-comeback

### 2026-08-08: Amanda Anisimova reunites with coach Hendrik Vleeshouwers

Tennis player Amanda Anisimova has reunited with coach Hendrik Vleeshouwers in Toronto to restart her season following a period of injury and fluctuating form.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/amanda-anisimova-reunites-with-coach-hendrik-vleeshouwers

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