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Osaka pulls out of Wimbledon with injury

Osaka pulls out of Wimbledon with injury

Rediff.com18 Jun 2022

Japan's Osaka suffered the injury in Madrid, forcing her to miss the WTA 1000 event in Rome in the leadup to the French Open.

Naomi Osaka's Bikini Inspirations

Naomi Osaka's Bikini Inspirations

Rediff.com20 May 2021

Naomi Osaka launched her signature swimwear line.

Swiatek demolishes Osaka, completes 'Sunshine Double'

Swiatek demolishes Osaka, completes 'Sunshine Double'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2022

Poland's Iga Swiatek will take over the world number one ranking in style after keeping her remarkable winning run intact with a 6-4, 6-0 win over Japan's Naomi Osaka in the Miami Open final on Saturday.

Arunachal Key To India-Japan Strategy Against China

Arunachal Key To India-Japan Strategy Against China

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

If they act now, they can reshape the strategic map of Asia without firing a shot. If they wait, the next opportunity will come only after a serious Taiwan Strait incident -- by which time the price will be far higher, and the room for boldness far smaller -- the opportunity may well be lost by then. The question is no longer whether this can or should be done, points out Varun Arya.

Drama at US Open: Why Muchova stopped mid-serve in tears

Drama at US Open: Why Muchova stopped mid-serve in tears

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

At this year's US Open second-round match against Sorana Cirstea, Muchova broke down mid-match in a scene that was as human as it was unexpected.

Djokovic eyes team glory; Nadal, Osaka set to return

Djokovic eyes team glory; Nadal, Osaka set to return

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Novak Djokovic will prepare for a tilt at an 11th Australian Open title by representing Serbia at the United Cup mixed team tournament while old rival Rafael Nadal and former women's world number one Naomi Osaka return at Brisbane after time away.

'We Have To Blame Ourselves, Not Macaulay'

'We Have To Blame Ourselves, Not Macaulay'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

'We kept importing educational models from outside that had no connection to our cultural and intellectual strengths.'

Alcaraz-Raducanu pair up for $1M US Open doubles

Alcaraz-Raducanu pair up for $1M US Open doubles

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Nine of the world's top-10 men and nine of the top-10 women have officially entered into the U.S. Open's revamped mixed doubles event, tournament organisers said on Tuesday, with former singles champions Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu teaming up.

Nike stands by 'courageous' Osaka

Nike stands by 'courageous' Osaka

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

Osaka had pulled out of the French Open citing mental health and revealed that she suffered long bouts of depression since the US Open in 2018.

Osaka pulls out of Melbourne semi-final

Osaka pulls out of Melbourne semi-final

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

Top-seeded Naomi Osaka pulled out of her Melbourne Summer Set 1 WTA event semi-final against Veronika Kudermetova on Saturday, citing the intensity of recent games as cause for her withdrawal.

Sabalenka Wins Second Straight US Open Crown

Sabalenka Wins Second Straight US Open Crown

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka proved a class above American eighth seed Amanda Anisimova to win the US Open women's final on Saturday.

The Women Who Could Shake Up Roland Garros

The Women Who Could Shake Up Roland Garros

Rediff.com21 May 2025

As the 2025 French Open looms, all eyes may be on reigning champions and top seeds - but lurking just beneath the surface are several players quietly building momentum, ready to crash the party in Paris. From seasoned champions finding renewed form to rising stars with something to prove, here are four dark horses who could shake up the women's singles draw at Roland Garros.

Osaka exhorts girls to embrace being 'different'

Osaka exhorts girls to embrace being 'different'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

The video, which also shows Osaka signing a TV lens after a win and at a tournament representing Japan, depicts girls of all ages playing softball, rugby, tennis, soccer and fencing, plus breakdancing.

Osaka confirms withdrawal from Indian Wells

Osaka confirms withdrawal from Indian Wells

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

Naomi Osaka, who said at the U.S. Open that she planned to take a break from tennis, has officially pulled out of next month's BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells.

Why Osaka asked her father to rejoin her coaching team

Why Osaka asked her father to rejoin her coaching team

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

Osaka delighted to have father back in coaching role

Canadian Open: Holder Pegula Dumped Out; Swiatek Wins

Canadian Open: Holder Pegula Dumped Out; Swiatek Wins

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

Twice defending champion Jessica Pegula crashed out of the Canadian Open after losing to Anastasija Sevastova 3-6, 6-4, 6-1 in the third round on Friday, while six-times major winner Iga Swiatek marched on with a dominant 6-2, 6-2 win over Eva Lys.

Osaka has bravely shone a light

Osaka has bravely shone a light

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

Naomi Osaka's run-in with the tennis authorities shines a light on just how poorly the world tennis bureaucracy is equipped to deal with a young superstar confronted with mental health issues, says Suhit K Sen as Osaka drops out of Wimbledon 2021.

Ostapenko apologises for 'no class' comments to Townsend

Ostapenko apologises for 'no class' comments to Townsend

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Ostapenko said on Instagram that her anger stemmed from Townsend's refusal to apologise for benefiting from a net cord -- when the American's shot clipped the net and stayed in play -- and accused her of being disrespectful.

Osaka's 23-match winning streak snapped

Osaka's 23-match winning streak snapped

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

Naomi Osaka was beaten 6-0, 6-4 by Greek 23rd seed Maria Sakkari.

Osaka fires 18 aces to reach Miami Open final

Osaka fires 18 aces to reach Miami Open final

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Four-times Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka fired off 18 aces as the Japanese former world number beat Swiss Belinda Bencic 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 on Thursday to reach her first Miami Open final.

Osaka arrives in Melbourne for long-awaited comeback

Osaka arrives in Melbourne for long-awaited comeback

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

Osaka signalled her intent to return to professional tennis after casting doubt over her future in September.

Sprint great Fraser-Pryce to hang spikes after Tokyo worlds

Sprint great Fraser-Pryce to hang spikes after Tokyo worlds

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Despite limited races this season, the five-foot sprinter known affectionately as the "Pocket Rocket" qualified for her ninth world championships by finishing third at the Jamaican trials in the 100m.

Bouchard extends career after advancing in Montreal

Bouchard extends career after advancing in Montreal

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Playing in only her second singles match of the year, Bouchard blasted a forehand winner to take the first set but Colombian Arango turned the tables in the second set amid a cascade of unforced errors from her opponent.

Check out Barbie dolls modelled on Osaka

Check out Barbie dolls modelled on Osaka

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

'It's such an honor to be a part of the Barbie Role Model series'

The Amazing Life of Naomi Osaka

The Amazing Life of Naomi Osaka

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

She has emerged as one of the most measured, and perhaps most unanticipated, voices to address racial injustice in America.

Naomi Osaka gets a new look!

Naomi Osaka gets a new look!

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

The tennis ace showed off her sleek jet black extensions that cascaded down to her back.

Question marks over Osaka's Wimbledon participation

Question marks over Osaka's Wimbledon participation

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

Former Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli says there are big question marks about whether or not Naomi Osaka will play at the grasscourt championships this year after her withdrawal from the French Open, citing mental health issues.

Trump To Meet Putin In Alaska On Aug 15

Trump To Meet Putin In Alaska On Aug 15

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

'Russia, as you know, lost almost 25,000 over the last month and a half. Ukraine lost just a few, and lots of people are dying.'

Wimbledon organisers contact Osaka over media operations

Wimbledon organisers contact Osaka over media operations

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

Earlier on Wednesday, tournament director Jamie Baker said he informed Osaka's team that organisers were "completely open for any discussions" in case of any issues.

Osaka blows Stephens away on windy day at Indian Wells

Osaka blows Stephens away on windy day at Indian Wells

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

Next up for Osaka is a second round match against Veronika Kudermetova.

My Mentor, Nobel Laureate Susumu Kitagawa

My Mentor, Nobel Laureate Susumu Kitagawa

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

'Professor Kitagawa is an exceptional researcher, a good teacher and above all a great person.'

Osaka in Wimbledon entry list; Serena, Federer not

Osaka in Wimbledon entry list; Serena, Federer not

Rediff.com4 Jun 2022

Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka's name appeared on the singles entry list for Wimbledon released by the organisers on Friday but veterans Roger Federer and the Williams sisters were not included.

PIX: First Colombian woman to beat a former World No 1

PIX: First Colombian woman to beat a former World No 1

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Former champion Naomi Osaka was sent packing from Indian Wells after losing in straight sets to Colombia's Camila Osorio.

Osaka thanks fans for 'all the love'

Osaka thanks fans for 'all the love'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2021

'Haven't been on my phone much but I wanted to hop on here and tell you all that I really appreciate it'

Kyrgios credits Osaka in helping him tackle demons

Kyrgios credits Osaka in helping him tackle demons

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

Osaka withdrew from last year's French Open following a row with tournament organisers over media duties, explaining that she had been suffering from depression for almost three years.

Osaka becomes owner of US soccer club

Osaka becomes owner of US soccer club

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Osaka was named Forbes' highest-paid female athlete in May last year when she surpassed Serena Williams, raking in $37.4 million in prize money and endorsements over 12 months.

We are pulling for you: Navratilova backs Osaka

We are pulling for you: Navratilova backs Osaka

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

'As athletes we are taught to take care of our body, and perhaps the mental and emotional aspect gets short shrift'

Osaka retires, Raducanu exits, Andreescu upsets in Toronto

Osaka retires, Raducanu exits, Andreescu upsets in Toronto

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

Osaka battled on gamely before retiring while trailing Kaia Kanepi 7-6(4), 3-0.

Osaka not sure if she'll play Wimbledon

Osaka not sure if she'll play Wimbledon

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Wimbledon last week had its ranking points taken away by the men's ATP and women's WTA after the grasscourt major opted to exclude players from Russia and Belarus

Osaka withdraws from pre-Wimbledon event in Berlin

Osaka withdraws from pre-Wimbledon event in Berlin

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

The 23-year-old released a short social media statement on Saturday to thank her fans for their support over her decision to withdraw from the French Open following a dispute over her refusal to attend press conferences.