Boris Becker’s Naomi Osaka comment sparks debate after former tennis star reacts to her striking Milan Fashion Week look Boris Becker has drawn attention with a comment about Naomi Osaka after the Japanese tennis star appeared at Vogue World Milano in a striking black Roberto Cavalli look. Becker wrote, “That’s the right environment to wear beautiful dresses… looking good Naomi!” While the words sound like praise, some fans saw a different message behind them, especially after Osaka faced criticism for her bold outfits at the 2026 US Open.
Boris Becker comments on Naomi Osaka’s Milan Fashion Week look
Osaka attended Vogue World Milano in a black Roberto Cavalli outfit from the designer’s Fall 2026 collection. The look was very different from the colorful and dramatic outfits she has worn around tennis courts this year. Fashion outlet Red Carpet Fashion Awards described the outfit as a dark turn for Osaka, with a sheer lace top and a large skirt that gave the whole look a very different shape.That is where Becker’s short comment caught attention. The former German tennis star did not directly criticize Osaka or mention her US Open outfits. Instead, he said the Milan fashion event was “the right environment” for such dresses and added, “looking good Naomi!” That wording left room for people to read it as more than a simple compliment.The response was especially noticeable because Osaka has already spent much of September defending her choice to bring fashion onto the tennis court. Her US Open outfits included a dramatic white gown and an all black basketball inspired look connected to NBA legend Allen Iverson. She later spoke openly about the criticism she received for those choices.
Naomi Osaka has already answered criticism over her US Open outfits
Osaka did not stay quiet when people questioned her fashion choices during the US Open. After the tournament, she wrote on Threads, “You know… idgaf if you don’t like me. I don’t mind being the first to do something and getting trashed for it.”She then explained why the criticism felt familiar to her, writing, “This happened when I talked about mental health and for some reason it’s happening with my clothes lol.” Osaka added, “I’m literally Haitian it’s in my blood to be this way, as long as the people after me have an easier path it’s worth it.” Sports Illustrated and Yahoo Sports both reported her comments after she shared them.Her US Open run ended in the fourth round against Elena Rybakina, but the discussion around her outfits continued. Her fashion choices have become a clear part of how she presents herself around major tennis events, and her Milan appearance showed that side of her away from the court as well.That makes Becker’s comment interesting without needing to assume what he meant. He praised Osaka’s appearance, but his reference to the “right environment” has led some fans to wonder whether he was also making a point about where he thinks her more dramatic fashion belongs.
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