Serena Williams is still chasing her elusive 24th major. Unfortunately, the American legend had to bend to a fantastic Vika Azarenka in the semifinal of the recent US Open. While initially she was not sure about playing the French major, after losing to Vika, Serena confirmed her participation.
The American ace is currently training in the South of France with her coach Patrick Mouratoglou to try to find her best tennis ahead of her Roland Garros campaign.
Naomi Osaka still not sure to play
Unfortunately, there are still doubts about the participation of Naomi Osaka at the current French Open. The Japanese sensation had an extremely tough, but successful US swing after reaching the final of the Western & Southern Open and winning the US Open. However, the effort left Naomi with a hamstring injury, and it’s not sure if she will manage to recover in time for the French slam.
Serena Williams in 2020
Now the world no.9, Serena Williams played her last match on the 10th of September when she lost to Victoria Azarenka 1-6 6-3 6-3 in the semifinal of the U.S. Open.
At the moment, this season Serena has a 16-5 win-loss record. Serena Williams has won 1 title in Auckland.
Naomi Osaka in 2020
Currently ranked no.3, the Japanese played her last match on the 12th of September when she overcame Victoria Azarenka 1-6 6-3 6-3 in the final of the U.S. Open to win her 6th career title.
This year Osaka has a 16-3 win-loss record. Osaka has won 1 title at the U.S. Open. Naomi was the runner-up in New York.
Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka played each other 3 times. The head to head is 2-1 for Osaka. The last time that they squared off, Serena Williams won 6-3 6-4 in the quarter in Toronto (Rogers Cup) in August 2019.
In the following video you can watch the highlights.
