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NAOMI OSAKA

Naomi Osaka hits a shot in her third round match against Elise Mertens during the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California, on Monday.
TENNIS
Mar 12, 2024
Osaka falls at Indian Wells as Sabalenka overpowers Raducanu
Elise Mertens held her nerve to send Osaka packing with a gutsy 7-5 6-4 victory.
Coco Gauff hit a forehand during her match against Clara Burel in Indian Wells, California, on Saturday.
TENNIS
Mar 10, 2024
Gauff survives scare; Osaka moves into third round
The third-seeded Gauff came out tight, spraying errors around the court and double faulting on two break points in a poor first set.
Naomi Osaka hits a return against Sara Errani during their first-round match at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California, on Thursday.
TENNIS
Mar 8, 2024
Naomi Osaka off to winning start at Indian Wells
Osaka joked about heading back to her hotel to change her infant daughter's diapers after the match.
Naomi Osaka reacts during her match against Karolina Pliskova during the Qatar Open in Doha on Feb. 15.
TENNIS
Mar 7, 2024
Naomi Osaka says returning to Indian Wells feels like homecoming
Osaka said she is a "perfectionist" but added that she is trying not to be too hard on herself as she finds her feet after her maternity break.
Naomi Osaka hits a return against Karolina Pliskova during their quarterfinal match at the Qatar Open in Doha on Thursday.
TENNIS
Feb 16, 2024
Naomi Osaka falls against Karolina Pliskova in Qatar Open quarterfinals
Osaka went down 7-6 (8-6), 7-6 (7-5) after saving three match points.
Naomi Osaka hits a forehand during her match against Petra Martic on Tuesday in Qatar.
TENNIS
Feb 14, 2024
Osaka takes a page out of Djokovic's playbook to improve return
Osaka said that a conversation with her coach Wim Fissette sparked the adjustments to her game.
Naomi Osaka hits a backhand during her win over Petra Martic at the Qatar Open in Doha on Tuesday.
TENNIS
Feb 14, 2024
Osaka advances as Gauff and Jabeur dumped out of Qatar Open
It is the first WTA tournament in almost two years at which Osaka has won back-to-back matches.
Naomi Osaka hits a return against Caroline Garcia during their match at the Qatar WTA Open in Doha on Monday.
TENNIS
Feb 13, 2024
Osaka beats Garcia in Qatar to avenge Australian Open loss
This was former world No. 1 Osaka's second win from the five matches she has played since returning last month.
Naomi Osaka hits a return against Danielle Collins during their match at the Abu Dhabi Open on Feb. 6.
TENNIS
Feb 12, 2024
Naomi Osaka remains optimistic despite string of losses after return
Osaka will face Caroline Garcia in the first round of the Qatar Open on Monday.
Naomi Osaka speaks during a news conference at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Jan. 12.
TENNIS
Feb 11, 2024
Naomi Osaka explains why she’s investing in women’s sports
Osaka, one of the world's most marketable athletes, plans to stay involved in the world of sports even after her tennis career ends.
Naomi Osaka hits a return against Danielle Collins during her first round loss at the Abu Dhabi Open on Tuesday.
TENNIS
Feb 7, 2024
Osaka trying not to 'feel like a failure' after early Abu Dhabi exit
Despite a close opening set that witnessed supreme serving from both players, Osaka struggled in her service games in the second set.
Naomi Osaka takes part in a news conference after losing her women's singles match on the second day of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Jan. 15.
TENNIS
Feb 6, 2024
Inspired by daughter, Osaka aims to return to top spots this year
The four-time Grand Slam champion suffered an early Australian Open exit following 15 months out of the sport.
Naomi Osaka waves to the Australian Open crowd after losing her first round match on Monday in Melbourne.
TENNIS
Jan 17, 2024
Osaka vows not to mope after 'bittersweet' Australian Open exit
"I remember last year I wished I had an opportunity to play again on Rod Laver Arena and this year that happened, so one of my dreams already came true," she said.
Japan's Naomi Osaka reacts during her first round match against France's Caroline Garcia at the Australian Open at Melbourne Park, Melbourne, on Monday.
TENNIS
Jan 15, 2024
No regrets as Osaka loses at Australian Open on Grand Slam comeback
A single break proved enough for Caroline Garcia to win the opening set against her rusty opponent and she dominated the second set tie-break.
Naomi Osaka practices in Melbourne on Sunday ahead of her first-round clash against Caroline Garcia at the Australian Open on Monday.
TENNIS
Jan 15, 2024
Naomi Osaka's return set to headline Day 2 at Australian Open
"I have a much more positive mindset and a much more grateful mindset," Osaka said.
Japan's Mai Hontama hits a return against Czech Republic's Barbora Krejcikova during their first-round match at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Sunday.
TENNIS
Jan 14, 2024
Japan's Hontama falls short in upset bid at Australian Open
Krejcikova fought back to win 2-6, 6-4, 6-3 on the opening day of the Grand Slam tournament at Melbourne Park.
Naomi Osaka attends a news conference in Melbourne on Friday ahead of the start of the Australian Open.
TENNIS
Jan 12, 2024
It's a changed landscape at the top as Osaka returns to the Australian Open
2023 was all about the continued rise of players like Gauff and Sabalenka and the dominance of Swiatek, and it remains to be seen where Osaka fits in that picture.
Naomi Osaka hits a return during her match against Karolina Pliskova on Jan. 3 in Brisbane
TENNIS
Jan 11, 2024
Osaka given tough assignment against Garcia in Grand Slam return
Osaka returns to Grand Slam tennis for the first time since 2022 and will play 16th-seeded Frenchwoman Caroline Garcia in a tricky opener.
Naomi Osaka leaves the court after losing her match against Karolina Pliskova on Wednesday in Brisbane.
TENNIS
Jan 3, 2024
Pliskova rallies to oust Osaka in Brisbane
Osaka had eased through her first tour match in 15 months on Monday but former world No. 1 Pliskova proved an altogether tougher prospect.
Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka smiles after beating Germany's Tamara Korpatsch 6-3 7-6(9) in the first round of the Brisbane International in Australia on Monday.
TENNIS
Jan 1, 2024
New mother Naomi Osaka makes winning return in Brisbane
The four-time grand slam champ beat Germany's Tamara Korpatsch 6-3 7-6(9) in the first round of the Brisbane International on Monday.

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