Two-time US Open champion Naomi Osaka discusses her mental and physical state following comments about her post-pregnancy body in a YouTube video. Osaka shares that she’s had a challenging season due to a lack of hard court practice and a busy schedule after Wimbledon, Olympics, and Toronto tournaments. Despite being a pessimist about herself, she’s now focusing on self-pride and confidence. Osaka acknowledges the unglamorous side of athletic life and her role as an entertainer during the US Open. Overall, she expresses feeling in a better place and being adaptable to whatever challenges come her way.
Naomi Osaka in 2024
Currently the world no.
85, the Japanese played her last match on the 12th of August when she was defeated by world no.61 Ashlyn Krueger 6-3 2-6 6-3 in the qualifications in Cincinnati (draw).Presently, during this year Osaka achieved an overall 18-16 win-loss record.