A newspaper gown and an NBA tribute - Osaka's US Open fashion statement
Naomi Osaka has proved she knows how to make a grand entrance at Grand Slams - and has done it again at the US Open.
Naomi Osaka, the four-time major champion, made a bold fashion statement at the US Open with her white, newspaper-themed gown. The gown, which featured cutouts of headlines about her career highlights, was paired with an all-black basketball-style kit. Osaka defeated world number 101 Anastasia Zakharova in a grueling three-set match, winning 7-6 (8-6) 7-6 (7-3).
Osaka credited NBA legend Allen Iverson for inspiring her on-court fashion, praising his influence on the sport's style. However, Osaka struggled off the court, needing to dig deep to secure the victory. She will face Katerina Siniakova in the second round and hinted at more fashion surprises to come, expressing herself through clothing as she avoids talking too much.
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