Naomi Osaka

Naomi Osaka, born Oct. 16, 1997 in Chūō-ku, Japan, is a Japanese professional tennis player known for her powerful game and mental resilience. She made her breakthrough in 2018 when she won her first Grand Slam title at the US Open by defeating Serena Williams. Osaka has won a total of four Grand Slam titles: US Open (2018, 2020) and Australian Open (2019, 2021). She became the first Asian player to reach the No. 1 position in the WTA rankings and has significant influence beyond the tennis court, particularly through her commitment to social justice and mental health. Naomi is of Haitian and Japanese descent and is one of the highest paid athletes in the world, with sponsorship deals with the likes of Nike and Louis Vuitton. In 2021, she took a break from tennis to focus on her mental health and then returned to the tour.

Name: Naomi Osaka
Born: October 16, 1997
Birthplace: Chūō-ku, Osaka, Japan
Turned Pro: 2013
Height: 1.80m
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