Naomi Osaka makes grand entrance and big fashion statement at Australian Open
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- Naomi Osaka made a bold fashion statement at the Australian Open by walking onto Rod Laver Arena wearing a wide-brim hat, veil, and holding a white parasol adorned with symbolic butterflies, referencing a memorable 2021 moment.
- Osaka won her first-round match against Antonia Ruzic 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, ensuring her iconic entrance did not backfire.
- The butterfly motif and her blue-green dress were inspired by her daughter Shai's fascination with jellyfish and Osaka's past experiences at Melbourne Park.
- Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam champion, expressed growing confidence after reaching the U.S. Open semifinals last year and cited tennis legends like Venus and Serena Williams
