Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka is set to make a remarkable return to professional tennis at the 2024 Australian Open after a break due to pregnancy. During her time away from the courts, she remained committed to her passion for the sport by actively participating in the development of her own academy, “Play Academy by Naomi.”

In a recent Instagram video shared by her academy, Naomi conveyed a heartfelt message to young girls in sports. She emphasized that if playing sports brings happiness and is a true passion, one should persist despite challenges. Her words serve as a beacon of motivation for girls who may be on the verge of giving up on their athletic dreams.

As Naomi and fellow tennis legend Rafael Nadal gear up for their comebacks, the upcoming season promises to be an exciting one, filled with inspiration and determination in the world of tennis.

Naomi Osaka in 2023

Currently ranked no.661, Naomi played her last match on the 20^th of September 2022 when she had to retire when playing against world no.211 Daria Gavrilova in the 1^st round and the scoreline was 1-0 .

This year Naomi has an overall 14-9 match record.