New coach and mum's cooking help Osaka bring back the fun
Summary
Naomi Osaka, after returning from maternity leave, played very well to beat world number one Aryna Sabalenka and reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals. She credited her success to her coach, a new mindset, and support from her family, including her mother’s cooking.Key Facts
- Naomi Osaka reached the Wimbledon quarter-finals by defeating Aryna Sabalenka.
- Osaka had struggled after returning from maternity leave in July 2023.
- She played with more confidence, hitting 21 winners and winning 87% of points on her first serve.
- Coach Tomasz Wiktorowski has helped her improve her movement and comfort on grass courts.
- Osaka said her mother’s Japanese cooking gave her extra energy.
- Osaka had taken 15 months off for maternity leave and previously stepped back to focus on mental health.
- She wants to enjoy tennis more and not put too much pressure on herself.
- Osaka’s family stayed together in London, helping her stay calm during the tournament.
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