Anisimova grinds down Siniakova in 'crazy' Australian Open clash

The dangerous American, who burst to prominence last year by making the finals of Wimbledon and the US Open, battled past the Czech player 6-1, 6-4 on Margaret Court Arena. While Anisimova cruised through the first set in 35 minutes she met far stiffer resistance in the second from Siniakova, the reigning Australian Open doubles champion and 10-time Slam winner. "That was quite a tough match. It was getting a little crazy in the second set," said the 24-year-old, who won titles in Doha and Beijing last year.