Tennis Star Naomi Osaka Advances to Her First Grand Slam Semifinal After Becoming a Mother
In the world of tennis, Naomi Osaka continues to make history. The Japanese-Haitian superstar reached the semifinals of the 2025 US Open after a hard-fought victory over Karolina Muchova.
Osaka's sparkling new form this season has been on full display. She kicked off the year by reaching the final of the ASB Classic in Auckland. Last month, she made it to the Canadian Open final in Montreal. Now, she finds herself one step away from the championship in New York.
Her upcoming opponent in the semifinals is none other than Amanda Anisimova, an American player who has been making waves in the tennis circuit. The two players have met twice before, with Anisimova winning both matches at the French Open and Australian Open in 2022.
Osaka, who recently became a mother, expressed feeling inspired by all the moms on tour. She reached her first Grand Slam semifinal as a mother at the U.S. Open, a feat she described as lifting a weight off her shoulders. However, she admitted that she felt like she was not doing good enough or being left behind when other moms returned and did well.
Osaka has nothing but admiration for Anisimova's talent and ability to hit winners from anywhere. She acknowledged that the semifinal match will be tough, but she is not cheering against Anisimova. Instead, she sees the match as fun.
Osaka also noted that the tournament means a lot to Anisimova, given her American background. She mentioned Belinda Bencic as an example of a mom who returned and did well, providing inspiration for Osaka.
As the semifinals approach, the tennis world eagerly awaits the clash between these two powerhouses. Will Osaka turn the tables on Anisimova, or will the American continue her winning streak? Only time will tell. But one thing is certain - the match promises to be an exciting spectacle of tennis.
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