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 12^th 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.