Caroline Garcia Falls to Naomi Osaka in Australian Open First Round

Returning after a four-month hiatus, Garcia pushed Osaka to three sets but was ultimately defeated in Melbourne.

Caroline Garcia, ranked 67th in the world, returned to competition after a four-month break due to physical and mental exhaustion.
Garcia lost to Naomi Osaka in a closely contested three-set match, with a final score of 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, in the Australian Open's first round.
Naomi Osaka, a two-time Australian Open champion, continues her strong start to the season following her return to tennis in 2024 after giving birth to her first child.
Despite the loss, Garcia expressed satisfaction with her ability to compete again and emphasized her focus on enjoying tennis rather than chasing rankings or titles.
Garcia has been exploring personal growth during her hiatus, including taking online courses at Harvard and co-hosting a tennis-focused podcast with her fiancé.