Why did Naomi Osaka withdraw from the Australian Open?

Naomi Osaka withdrew from the 2026 Australian Open due to a left abdominal injury sustained during her recent match.

When did Naomi Osaka announce her withdrawal?

Naomi Osaka announced her withdrawal from the Australian Open on her Instagram Story on Saturday.

What happened between Naomi Osaka and Sorana Cîrstea?

Naomi Osaka and Sorana Cîrstea had a heated exchange after their match, which Osaka won, with Osaka later apologizing for comments that angered her opponent.

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Osaka Withdraws from Aus Open Due to Injury

24 Jan

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Summary

Naomi Osaka withdrew from the Australian Open on Saturday.
She cited a left abdominal injury sustained during her last match.
Osaka had a tense exchange with opponent Sorana Cîrstea.

Osaka Withdraws from Aus Open Due to Injury

Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the 2026 Australian Open, citing a left abdominal injury.

Osaka shared the news on her Instagram Story on Saturday, explaining that she must "address something [her] body needs attention for." She emphasized that while heartbroken to stop, she cannot risk further injury and aims to return to the court soon.

The injury reportedly occurred during her Thursday match against Sorana Cîrstea. Osaka won the match, which concluded with a score of 6-3, 4-6, 6-2.

The match was also notable for a heated exchange between Osaka and Cîrstea as they shook hands. Osaka acknowledged Cîrstea's anger over comments made during the match and apologized, noting it might have been her opponent's last Australian Open.