"We have to watch out": Ominous signs of future Naomi Osaka resurgence believes Caroline Garcia after Australian Open win
WTAMonday, 15 January 2024 at 13:38
Caroline Garcia has handed Naomi Osaka defeat in her return to Grand Slam tennis for the first time since becoming a mother at the 2024 Australian Open. It has been 15 months since the former World Number One has played tennis barring a warm-up in Brisbane in recent weeks and the former WTA Finals champion believes the ominous signs are there.
Osaka saw off Tamara Korpatsch and had the tennis world wondering if the two-time Australian Open champion was back to her best with signs there already in her first match back that the level was coming and for Garcia, she sees it already after her 6-2, 7-6 win.
It is a confidence booster for the Frenchwoman as well with Garcia going through a form slump after winning the WTA Finals and having the best year of her career. She is now 20th in the world after being top five and will hope for a resurgence like Osaka who she says she has a lot of respect for coming back especially after only becoming a mother halfway through 2023.
“I have a lot of respect for Naomi as a person & player. She’s had an amazing career. She was away for 15 months. She’s been through a lot. I hope she can enjoy tennis now & have fun out there. She’s a great girl. She’s done so much for our tennis in the last few years. 6 months after giving birth.. she’s playing amazing already. We have to watch out.”
Samuel GillEditor-in-Chief
Samuel Gill is the Chief Content Officer (CCO) of TennisUpToDate.com, a role he has held since 2020. He is responsible for editorial governance across the platform, including setting content standards, overseeing accuracy and consistency, and guiding long-term editorial strategy. Since joining, he has contributed more than 10,000 articles and editorial pieces across the TennisUpToDate network, playing a central role in the daily operation and development of the site.
Based in Leicester, Samuel has a broad background in tennis media. In his current role, he works closely with editors and writers to ensure coverage meets clear journalistic standards, with particular attention to verification, consistency, and timely updates when new information becomes available.
claps 0visitors 0
Just In
Popular News
Latest Comments
- No one else would get away with this but these AMERCANS! It’s the US Open!! In America!! But sure, go off American ;)DaveyWavey08-09-2026
- WOW !!! Her comebacks have been intense. She's Baaaaack!
mandoist08-09-2026 - Don't lay this shitshow on "Americans". It is a long-running Ego trip with WTA allowing these two Elitists 'in need of a Camera' illicit Wildcards. If these two clowns want to "perform" -- then play the qualies.mandoist08-09-2026
- Here we go again…. Different rules for Americans! Especially THESE Americans. Yuck!DaveyWavey07-09-2026
- It almost feels like they’re on their own “Legacy Tour” by playing these events … but losing each one! No press = $$$ fineDaveyWavey07-09-2026
- Love to listen to Mirra. However, I'm worried about her eyesight if she thinks oversized lips is "pretty".mandoist06-09-2026
- One of the most amazing comebacks in a long, long time. It happens (and Keys shouldn't lose her crackers over this). If Madison starts playing Dress-up and walking out on court like some fantasy character with a Mental Problem... then she should really start worrying!mandoist06-09-2026
- STOP the "Look at Me" Tour now... and forever!!mandoist05-09-2026
- This article is SPOT ON!!!Rapunzel04-09-2026
- This article is SPOT ON!!!Rapunzel04-09-2026
Loading
