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Naomi Osaka’s transformation to fully-fledged star complete with US Open triumph – Wide World of Sports
Awkward moment with host in post-match interview
Naomi Osaka took ownership of her stardom at this US Open.
Fame was something that sat uncomfortably after she became a tennis phenom with victory in the 2018 US Open and the 2019 Australian Open.
Her Flushing Meadows win two years ago came amid bizarre circumstances, as Serena Williams’ umpire rage sent Arthur Ashe Stadium into meltdown. Osaka wept in her finest moment.
She won at Melbourne Park and her rock star status was undeniable; only she’s far from a rock star. She’s a quiet soul to w…
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