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Osaka Withdraws from Aus Open Due to Injury
24 Jan
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.
Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the 2026 Australian Open, citing a left abdominal injury.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.
