Excitement is building among fans as 26-year-old professional tennis star Naomi Osaka gears up for the upcoming season.
Just six months after giving birth to her baby girl in July, Naomi is back in full-force training. She recently shared a high-energy video on Instagram, showcasing her phenomenal skills on the court as she rallied with another player off-screen.
“Training, I’ll let the video speak for itself,” Naomi captioned the post for her 2.7 million followers on Dec. 1.
Legendary professional swimmer Michael Phelps commented, “😳😳 let’s go!!!”
Fans chimed in with remarks like, “Insane hitting 🚀,” “She’s back!!” and “They ain’t ready omg,” showing their unwavering support for the four-time Grand Slam singles champion as she prepares for her return to the court.
Naomi also tagged talented videographer Samba, who shared his impressive collection of practice sessions and vintage film photos featuring the tennis sensation.
In an interview with TODAY, Naomi expressed her excitement about the prospect of having her daughter watch her play tennis, saying, “I’m most excited about being able to have a kid in the stands watching me play tennis, and them being able to say, ‘Hey, that’s my mom on the court.’”
Looking ahead, Naomi has formally announced her plans to compete in the Australian Open next January, leaving her fans eagerly anticipating her return to the sport.
Jessica Roberts serves up the latest in the world of tennis. With a love for the racket sport, she reports on tennis matches, player rankings, and Grand Slam events, ensuring readers stay informed about the tennis world.