Naomi Osaka, a former world No.1 and four‑time Grand Slam champion, said she is happy with the consistency of her 2026 season after reaching the second week of three different majors for the first time. Speaking to media in Beijing before the China Open, she reflected on her deeper runs at the Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon and the US Open and looks forward to the upcoming tournament.
Naomi Osaka overcame a second‑set slump to beat Katerina Siniakova in three sets at the US Open, securing a place in the third round and setting up a clash with Elise Mertens. Meanwhile, former champion Iga Swiatek comfortably advanced after defeating Nadia Podoroska, while other notable matches saw Madison Keys survive a scare against Anna Bondar.
Naomi Osaka secured a straight sets victory over world number one Aryna Sabalenka to advance to the quarter-finals of Wimbledon 2026. The win marked a significant achievement as Osaka overcame the top seed in a decisive match.