SUMMARY
- Naomi Osaka is ready to make a comeback after a long hiatus.
- Osaka will play at the Brisbane International to prepare for the Australian Open.
Tennis sensation Naomi Osaka is set to make a return after a long hiatus from the sport. Osaka‘s life underwent massive changes as she embraced motherhood for the first time. The four-time Grand Slam champion is showing incredible signs ahead of her return to Brisbane International. While fans now have much to be excited about, Naomi’s form sounds ominous for the players.
Osaka was away for 14 months, during which she gave birth to her daughter, Shai, with partner Cordae. The former world number one will finally grace the courts again in Brisbane. The hype around the tournament has reached a fever pitch, as Rafael Nadal will also make his comeback at the same event.
These are exciting times for fans, who have much to look forward to. A recent clip of Osaka practicing has surfaced on social media, which has only increased the eagerness of fans.
Oh she’s cominggg pic.twitter.com/084XKsRpx9
— Melanie Lautrup (@melanie_lautrup) December 26, 2023
Osaka can be seen practicing her serves. Two bottles can be seen placed just inside the line, and Naomi’s serve knocks out one of them with tremendous precision. Naomi’s serve is one of her biggest weapons, and she will use it to her advantage when she plays.
Fans are, of course, excited by the signs and Naomi’s form. Many anticipate that Naomi will be Aryna Sabalenka’s first real challenge of the year in Brisbane. Sabalenka won the Australian Open last year, and she might find defending her title just a little more difficult this time.
no i don’t think anyone understands or is prepared for her 🥵🔥 https://t.co/Q2kZTFpQmj
— Ana (@thegreatestana) December 26, 2023
aryna will have her first challenge of the year in brisbane https://t.co/vJt9IIWiN6 pic.twitter.com/AWc8nvlfk8
— Thais (@itsthatac) December 26, 2023
that has to be such a rush to hit targets that well!
— Marcello Calicchio (@MarcelloCalicc1) December 27, 2023
Naomi Osaka has a glorious history Down Under, where she has won the Australian Open two times already. Brisbane International will be an important event for her to get back to the rhythm after such a long leave.
Naomi Osaka is ready for Brisbane International
Brisbane International will mark Naomi’s return to the WTA after almost a year and a half. The tournament is a WTA 500 event and will help Osaka get back into the swing of tennis.
Osaka got a wildcard to play in the main draw of the tournament, which will also feature Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina. After arriving in the city, she took to social media to greet her fans and share the season’s greetings.
Naomi Osaka wishes you a Merry Christmas from the court in Brisbane where she will make her return to competition in less than a week. pic.twitter.com/kfvImW2Kyy
— Ben Rothenberg (@BenRothenberg) December 25, 2023
Naomi Osaka has been preparing for her return to the courts for months now. Osaka is also set to play at the United Cup following the WTA 500 event. Brisbane International will commence on December 31 and end on January 7.