From boardroom chic to battling win, Osaka reaches US Open last 16
NEW YORK: Naomi Osaka continued to impress with her style and staying power at the U.S. Open on Saturday as the Japanese 13th seed shrugged off a late Achilles problem to beat Belgian Elise Mertens 6-3 3-6 7-5 and reach the fourth round. For her latest eye-catching walk-on look, the four-times major champion blended boardroom and locker-room aesthetics in a grey checked blazer-hoodie and wide-leg…
At the U.S. Open on Saturday, Naomi Osaka, the 13th seed from Japan, overcame a late Achilles issue to secure a 6-3, 3-6, 7-5 victory over Belgian Elise Mertens and advance to the fourth round. The four-time major champion made a fashion statement with her grey checked blazer-hoodie and wide-leg pants, combining elements of both boardroom and locker-room attire.
Osaka admitted that the Achilles problem she's had since the grass season hasn't completely resolved, despite her efforts to improve it. She took a medical timeout to address the issue and received support from the medical staff.
Osaka dominated the first set, grabbing a 4-1 lead and clinching it with a strong hold thanks to powerful serves. However, she struggled in the second set, losing the first two games before breaking Mertens' serve. In the third set, Mertens pounced on several unforced errors to take control, but Osaka recovered late in the match with a crucial ace to secure the win and advance to face Elena Rybakina in the next round.
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