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The Independent UK
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Luke Baker

Osaka makes another fashion statement after earlier outfit caused stir

  • Naomi Osaka made another bold fashion statement at the French Open, wearing a metallic gold bomber jacket and an ivory train over her sequined gold playing dress ahead of her second-round match.
  • The Japanese tennis star defeated Donna Vekic 7-6, 6-4, securing her place in the third round at Roland Garros.
  • Osaka's outfit had drawn criticism from her first-round opponent, Laura Siegemund, regarding the time taken to remove layers, including a bodice and long pleated skirt, before playing.
  • Explaining her fashion choices, Osaka said that she enjoys keeping people “on their toes” and views athletes as entertainers, comparing her dress to the sparkling Eiffel Tower.
  • This marks the first time since 2019 that Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam champion, has reached the third round at the French Open; she has never advanced past this stage.

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Naomi Osaka chooses another bold French Open outfit after ‘fashion show’ criticism

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