Naomi Osaka Overcomes Injury to Defeat Defending Champion
First seed Naomi Osaka is competing for her first title at the Japan Open. During the tournament, she suffered an injury to her left leg.
Osaka faced defending champion Suzan Lamens in the fourth round, who provided tough competition from the start. Although Osaka won the first set, she struggled to maintain her lead in the second set.
In the third set, Osaka started strongly, taking a 5-0 lead. However, during a point, Lamens hit a backhand shot, causing Osaka to injure her left leg. Despite the injury, Osaka continued playing after a medical timeout, with her left thigh strapped.
Naomi Osaka back on court now.
Author's summary: Osaka wins despite injury scare.
- Naomi Osaka is the first seed and home favorite at the Japan Open.
- She suffered an injury to her left leg during the tournament.
- Osaka defeated defending champion Suzan Lamens in the fourth round.