Naomi Osaka announces she is withdrawing from the French Open, saying on Twitter it would be “the best thing for the tournament” in a dramatic turn of events for the four-time Grand Slam champion.
Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the French Open tournament, saying it would be “the best thing for the tournament” in a dramatic turn of events for the four-time Grand Slam champion and former number one-ranked player.
"I think now the best thing for the tournament, the other players and my well-being is that I withdraw so that everyone can get back to focusing on the tennis going on in Paris,” Osaka wrote on Twitter. In addition to Sunday's fine during day one of the French Open, she drew a surprising warning from all four Grand Slam tournaments that she could face stiffer penalties, including disqualification or even suspension, if she continues to avoid the media.
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