Naomi Osaka, the tennis superstar, is making a comeback to the court just six months after giving birth to her daughter, Shai. The four-time grand slam winner is all set to return to the WTA tour at the Brisbane International warm-up for the Australian Open in January. This news has got fans buzzing with excitement!
In a recent news release, Osaka expressed her excitement about getting back on the court and competing. She mentioned her love for starting the season in Brisbane and how she can’t wait to make a brilliant comeback this summer. It’s clear that she’s raring to go and ready to take on the competition.
This isn’t the first time Osaka has taken a break from the game. After her second triumph at Melbourne Park, she took a lengthy break to focus on her mental health. She also skipped the 2021 French Open and took another break after the US Open the same year. It’s great to see her back and ready to showcase her incredible talent once again.
The Brisbane International, which is making a comeback after a three-year hiatus due to the COVID pandemic, will also feature other tennis stars like Andy Murray and Victoria Azarenka. Murray, who has lost five Australian Open finals, is looking forward to returning to Queensland and has his eyes set on lifting the trophy for the third time in Brisbane. It’s going to be an exciting tournament with some of the biggest names in tennis making their presence felt.
The ATP tournament will also see the participation of World No 10 Holger Rune, adding to the excitement of the event. This tournament will be up against the United Cup team event taking place in Perth and Sydney in the same week, making it a thrilling time for tennis fans.
The Australian Open, the much-anticipated grand slam event, is scheduled to take place at Melbourne Park from 14-28 January. Tennis enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting this event, and Osaka’s return has only added to the anticipation.
It’s clear that the tennis world is abuzz with excitement as the stars gear up for an action-packed season. With Osaka’s return and the lineup of top players, the stage is set for an incredible start to the new year in the world of tennis.