Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the 2025 Abu Dhabi Open, citing ongoing recovery from an abdominal injury. The Japanese tennis star, who has won four Grand Slam titles, was set to compete in the qualifying rounds but decided to withdraw to focus on her health. This decision comes after Osaka’s recent withdrawal from the Australian Open due to the same injury.
Osaka began the season strongly, reaching the final of the ASB Classic in Auckland, but her performance was cut short by the abdominal issue. Despite her determination and resilience, the injury persisted, leading to her retirement from the third-round match against Belinda Bencic in Melbourne.
The former world number one has been working diligently to recover, attending daily therapy sessions to manage the injury. However, the decision to withdraw from the Abu Dhabi Open indicates that she is prioritizing her long-term health over immediate competition.
Osaka’s fans and the tennis community are hopeful for her swift recovery and return to the court. Her absence from the Abu Dhabi Open is a reminder of the physical challenges athletes face and the importance of prioritizing health in a demanding sport. As she focuses on healing, the tennis world eagerly awaits her comeback and hopes to see her regain her top form.
Naomi Osaka in 2025
LWWLWWWW Ranked no.42, Naomi played her last match on the 17th of January when she had to retire when playing against world no.157 Belinda Bencic in the 3rd round and the scoreline was 7-6(3) .
At present, during this year Naomi has a composed 6-2 win-loss record. Naomi Osaka’s most significant result of the year was reaching the final in Auckland.
