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Osaka Quits Australian Open Mid-Tournament
24 Jan
Summary
- Naomi Osaka withdrew before her scheduled third-round match.
- She announced her withdrawal on social media due to injury.
- Osaka previously withdrew from the Australian Open last year.
Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the Australian Open before her scheduled third-round match, concluding her campaign noted for distinctive fashion and on-court tensions. Osaka announced her decision via social media on Saturday, stating that her body requires attention following her last match. She expressed heartbreak over having to stop but prioritized avoiding further damage to ensure a return to the court.
This marks the second consecutive year Osaka has withdrawn mid-tournament from the Australian Open. Last year, she retired from her third-round match due to an abdominal muscle strain. Officials have not yet commented on her latest withdrawal.
Osaka's presence in the tournament was also highlighted by her striking entrance to her first-round match, where she wore a veil and a wide-brim hat, a design concept she collaborated on with her sponsor. Her second-round victory was followed by a tense handshake with her opponent, Sorana Cirstea, stemming from perceived excessive celebrations during the match. Osaka won the Australian Open in 2019 and 2021, alongside two U.S. Open titles.
