Naomi Osaka’s Coach Unveils Strategy for Superstardom Comeback Post-Maternity Leave
Tennis sensation Naomi Osaka is on a quest to reclaim her throne after a maternity hiatus, and her coach, Patrick Mouratoglou, spills the beans on their master plan to propel her back to superstardom.
Osaka, a former world number one and four-time Grand Slam champion, took a 15-month break from the sport to welcome her daughter in July 2023. Despite a commendable comeback with two quarterfinal appearances, persistent injuries thwarted her progress.
Mouratoglou, renowned for his work with Serena Williams, revealed, “She had five months of injuries out of the eight… but she’s playing better and better.” With an impressive streak of eight consecutive wins on clay, Osaka recently clinched her first title at L’Open 35 de Saint-Malo since her 2021 Australian Open victory.
The road to success hasn’t been easy for Osaka, who grappled with both physical injuries and mental health challenges. In a surprising turn of events, her triumph on clay, a surface she once considered her weakest, marked a significant milestone in her career resurgence.
As Osaka gears up for the French Open, Mouratoglou stands ready to support her through any mental health hurdles that may resurface. Acknowledging her past struggles, he emphasized the importance of understanding his players on a deeper level to provide the necessary assistance.
With her sights set on Roland Garros, Osaka is primed to make a splash as she vies for her maiden Grand Slam title on clay. As the tennis world eagerly anticipates her comeback, all eyes are on Osaka and Mouratoglou as they navigate the path to glory once again.
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