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.

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.