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Osaka's Iverson Tribute Shines at US Open
1 Sep
Summary
- Osaka debuted a new look inspired by NBA star Allen Iverson.
- Her outfit featured newspaper clippings and cornrows.
- She advanced to the second round with a strong win.
Naomi Osaka made a memorable debut at the 2026 US Open, drawing inspiration from NBA icon Allen Iverson for her on-court fashion. She emerged wearing a hooded robe adorned with newspaper clippings, later revealing a black outfit and cornrows under a headband, reminiscent of Iverson's signature look during his MVP season with the Philadelphia 76ers.
This fashion choice was part of a broader theme celebrating basketball, following the New York Knicks' recent championship win. Osaka expressed her admiration for Iverson, calling him a "trailblazer" who significantly influenced NBA fashion and self-expression through style.
Beyond her stylistic tribute, Osaka also demonstrated strong performance, securing a 7-6 (6), 7-6 (3) victory over Anastasia Zakharova in the first round. This win propelled her into the second round at Flushing Meadows and marked her 10th major match win this season, her most since 2019.
