📰 Naomi Osaka Wins First Title in Four Years on Clay
Naomi Osaka is officially back. The former world No. 1 has claimed her first tennis title in four years by winning the L'Open 35 de Saint-Malo, a WTA 125 tournament held on clay courts in France. This is a big moment for Osaka, as it's also her first-ever win on clay—a surface she has openly struggled with in the past.
🎾 A Confident Comeback on Clay
In the final, Osaka beat Slovenia's Kaja Juvan in straight sets, 6-1, 7-5. It marks her first title since the 2021 Australian Open, ending a long wait for the four-time Grand Slam champion. Her performance was powerful, controlled, and full of the confidence that once made her one of tennis's brightest stars.
👶 Return After Motherhood and Mental Health Break
This victory is even more meaningful as it comes after a long break. Osaka stepped away from tennis in 2022 to focus on her mental health and later welcomed her first child, a daughter named Shai, in July 2023. Since returning to the court, she has been working her way back to top form.
📈 Ranking Boost and Eyes on the French Open
With this title, Osaka is expected to jump back into the WTA Top 50, showing she's ready to compete at the highest level again. Fans can look forward to seeing her next at the Italian Open in Rome, where she is scheduled to face veteran Sara Errani in the first round.
Life After Motherhood: A New Chapter for Osaka
After giving birth to her daughter Shai in July 2023, Naomi Osaka took time away from tennis to focus on motherhood. Her return to the court has been closely followed by fans eager to see if she could regain her top form. Winning in Saint-Malo just months after returning proves her commitment and growth, both as an athlete and a mother.
🎾 Winning on Clay: A Personal Milestone
Before this tournament, Osaka had never won a title on clay—a surface she had openly called her least favorite. Her victory in Saint-Malo marks not just a return to winning but a personal milestone in overcoming her past struggles on this surface.
