Naomi Osaka Overcomes Injury to Defeat Defending Champion
Top seed Naomi Osaka is competing for her first title at the Japan Open. During the tournament, Osaka suffered an injury to her left leg.
Osaka faced defending champion Suzan Lamens in the fourth round, who provided tough competition. The first set ended in Osaka's favor, but she was unable to capitalize on the lead in the second set.
In the third set, Osaka took a 5-0 lead, but injured her left leg when Lamens hit a backhand shot. Despite the injury, Osaka continued to play and requested a medical timeout, returning with a strapped left thigh.
Naomi Osaka back on court now.
Osaka's determination paid off as she managed to defeat the defending champion, securing her spot in the quarterfinals.
Author's summary: Osaka defeats defending champion despite injury.