Naomi Osaka withdraws from Wimbledon Grand Slam

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Naomi Osaka withdraws from Wimbledon Grand Slam

Naomi Osaka’s agents released a statement today that the world No. 2 will not be competing at the Wimbledon. This will be the second and consecutive Grand Slam Osaka will be withdrawing from following the controversy at the French Open a few weeks back

According to the statement, Osaka is taking some personal time with friends and family. She is expected to be ready for the Olympics and will play in front of her home fans. She will compete for Japan at the Tokyo Olympics.

Osaka had been the favorite expected to win at the Wimbledon, with her not contesting all eyes will be on Serena Williams to see if she can clinch the 24th Grand Slam.