This past year has been one of growth, not only physically but emotionally as well. At times, I felt ashamed of my body, particularly when wearing form-fitting tennis clothes, where my body didn’t match my expectations or the images I compared myself to. Seeing other moms “snap back” after childbirth left me feeling pressured, questioning why my progress wasn’t immediate or dramatic.
As an athlete, I’d expected the weight to drop quickly, especially with daily workouts and a focus on fitness. But real progress turned out to be gradual, requiring a patience that I wasn’t always able to give myself. Some weeks felt like they stretched on with no visible change, which was discouraging. Yet, through all this, I kept going—and kept learning.
The process taught me that all bodies are different, adapting and changing at their own pace. This journey has been a true adventure, one that I’m still embracing every day. My body has adapted beautifully, carrying me through both the challenges and the victories. For that, I’m incredibly grateful.
Looking back, if I had to name this journey, I’d say: “Thank you, body, for all you’ve done, and I can’t wait to see what’s next.”
Naomi Osaka in 2024
Ranked no.56, the Japanese played her last match on the 1st of October when she had to retire when playing against world no.3 Cori Gauff in the 4th round and the scoreline was 3-6 6-4 .
This year Osaka achieved a compiled 22-18 win-loss record.
Naomi Osaka will come up against the world no.870 Anna Danilina in the . They have never played each other as of now in top tournaments.
The Japanese won 7 titles in her career: all of them conquered on hard courts. (See the list of her titles)
Naomi Osaka |
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Naomi Osaka in 2024
Currently the world no.56, Osaka played her last match on the 1st of October when she had to retire when playing against world no.3 Cori Gauff in the 4th round and the scoreline was 3-6 6-4 .
At present, during this year Naomi has a compiled 22-18 match record.
Naomi Osaka will come up against the world no.870 Anna Danilina in the . In the past, they have never played each other until now on the main tour.
Osaka won 7 titles in her career: all of them conquered on hard courts. (See the list of her titles)
Naomi Osaka |
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