Naomi Osaka Makes a Strong Comeback at the US Open
Naomi Osaka, the two-time US Open champion, has made a significant comeback at the 2024 US Open, defeating No. 10 seed Jeļena Ostapenko 6-3, 6-2 in the first round. This win marks Osaka’s first victory over a top-10 opponent in four years, and it’s a promising sign for her return to the tennis elite.
Osaka, 26, was visibly emotional after the match, and her dominant serve was a key factor in her victory. She won 24 of 30 first-serve points, with nine aces and zero double-faults. Her opponent, Ostapenko, committed 21 unforced errors across two sets, while Osaka made only five.
The Japanese tennis star has been working hard to regain her form after a tumultuous few years. She put her career on hiatus in 2021, citing mental health issues, and struggled to return to form upon her return. She then took a break in 2023 after announcing her pregnancy.
However, Osaka is now making her way back in 2024, and her performance at the US Open suggests that she is back in top form. She will face a fellow former top-10 player, Karolína Muchová, in the next round, and a win would give her her first appearance in the third round of a Grand Slam since the 2022 Australian Open.
Osaka’s comeback is a welcome development for tennis fans, who have been eagerly awaiting her return to the top of the sport. With her dominant serve and aggressive playing style, she is a force to be reckoned with, and her victory over Ostapenko is a sign that she is back to her best.
The question now is whether Osaka can maintain her momentum and make a deep run at the US Open. With her talent and determination, it’s certainly possible, and fans will be eagerly watching her progress in the coming days.
