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Naomi Osaka is storming back into the tennis spotlight this week with a resurgence that feels both triumphant and deeply personal. At the 2025 US Open, Osaka has reminded the world why she is one of tennis’s most compelling champions. After a dominant performance over the world number three Coco Gauff on Monday, dispatching her 6-3, 6-2, Naomi advanced to her first Grand Slam quarterfinal since the 2021 Australian Open. She looked relaxed, confident, and above all, genuinely happy on court, telling fans and media that her goal this tournament is simple: to smile, enjoy herself, and appreciate every high-stakes moment. According to the Associated Press, Gauff herself remarked on Osaka’s renewed form, saying, “Regardless of whatever form she’s in, she’s always a tough player. She picked up her form again and she’s getting better and better.”
Osaka cemented her comeback with another high-stakes victory, this time over Czech 11th seed Karolina Muchova, returning to the US Open semifinals for the first time in five years. ESPN highlighted her perfect 5-0 record in Grand Slam quarterfinals, a streak Osaka lengthened Wednesday night with a tight 6-4, 7-6 thriller. On court, she thanked her team, acknowledged her hard work post-maternity leave, and expressed genuine gratitude for being healthy and playing well. This is Osaka’s first time seeded at a major since the birth of her daughter, Shai, in July 2023, and her results speak to a player who has found new balance after months of self-doubt and coaching changes.
In press conferences and interviews captured by US Open media, Osaka spoke candidly about her renewed confidence, mentioning that post-Wimbledon and after Washington, DC, she felt a breakthrough. She convened her team to say, despite losses, “I think I can beat anyone from the baseline still,” signaling a mindset shift that’s clearly paid off.
Social media has been alight with her latest stylish appearances, especially her Instagram drop after defeating Gauff, where she showcased a signature purple Nike kit and a sparkling Labubu mascot, affectionately named Althea Glitterson in honor of trailblazing tennis legend Althea Gibson. According to Parade, celebrity fans like Jessica Alba, Chelsea Handler, and Halle Bailey jumped in to congratulate her, while regular followers expressed joy at seeing Osaka's smile and energy back on court.
Rankings watchers, such as The Tennis Letter on Threads, predict that Osaka will re-enter the world’s top 15 next week, with the strong possibility of climbing even higher if her run continues. In business, there haven’t been major new partnerships announced in the last few days, but Osaka’s strong brand presence continues to resonate, fueled this week almost solely by her athletic achievements and the charisma she brings to every appearance.
As far as unconfirmed reports or speculation: while fans and analysts are buzzing about potential new endorsements if her comeback continues, nothing concrete has been confirmed yet.
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