Naomi Osaka is ready to bear an MRI to find out the extent of her stomach harm however notes that she is feeling optimistic that it’s nothing greater than a minor situation that will not forestall her from competing on the Australian Open.
On Sunday, the 27-year-old was bidding to win her eighth WTA title and her first essential glory for the reason that 2021 Australian Open.
However after successful the primary set 6-4 of the Auckland closing towards Clara Tauson, the Japanese requested for a physio to return out.
After getting it checked and asking some questions, a teary-eyed Osaka retired from the ultimate.
Naomi Osaka © X screenshot
Whereas it was a fully heartbreaking and devastating approach to finish the Auckland closing, it additionally forged doubted on her Australian Open look.
“I’m having an MRI today to assess. I don’t feel that it’s too serious and I still feel very optimistic about AO,” the previous world No. 1 mentioned in an announcement to The Japan Occasions.
Osaka shared a message on Instagram
Had the Japanese gained, it will have been her first title since changing into a mother.
Nonetheless, she is making an attempt to take a look at the complete state of affairs positively and stays hopeful that there’s something higher within the playing cards for her.
“I’ve come to the conclusion that what’s meant for me is meant for me and maybe certain situations occur to train my mind for what’s to come,” Osaka wrote within the notice that was posted in a sequence of Instagram pictures.
“Maybe there’s bigger and better things on my path and I just have to continue the journey to encounter them. That being said this is about to be a great year.”
Within the remark part of the submit, her coach Patrick Mouratoglou wrote: “You did incredibly well. I am proud of you and it is just the beginning.”
Hopefully, the MRI outcomes will come again optimistic for two-time Australian Open champion Osaka.
