Osaka channels NBA icon Iverson to reach US Open second round
Naomi Osaka channelled NBA fashion trailblazer Allen Iverson on Monday as she battled into the second round of the US Open."For me he's a trailblazer," Osaka said.
Naomi Osaka, the 13th seed and a US Open champion in 2018 and 2020, overcame Russia's Anastasia Zakharova to reach the second round of the US Open. The Japanese tennis star drew inspiration from NBA legend Allen Iverson, known for his street-style fashion and fierce competitiveness. Osaka wore a custom-made gown adorned with news clippings detailing her career and braided her hair in Iverson's signature style for her match.
Despite a slow start, Osaka dominated Zakharova 7-6 (8/6), 7-6 (7/3) in just over two hours on Arthur Ashe Stadium's show court.
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