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Naomi Osaka Advances to U.S. Open Third Round in Confident, Stylish Return

The two-time champion paired a steadier on-court mindset with a playful style turn that is resonating beyond tennis.

Naomi Osaka showed off her bejeweled Labubu at the US Open.
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Overview

  • Osaka defeated American Hailey Baptiste 6-3, 6-1 to reach the U.S. Open third round for the first time since 2021.
  • She said she focused on staying positive and cutting out free points after feeling rattled in her first match.
  • Her tournament look has featured crystal-encrusted Nike outfits, including a red night set and a bejeweled purple dress.
  • She showcased custom Labubu charms nicknamed “Billie Jean Bling” and “Arthur Flash,” playful nods to Billie Jean King and Arthur Ashe.
  • She described the Labubus as a one-time tournament joke rather than a collecting habit, and she awaits the winner of Daria Kasatkina vs. Kamilla Rakhimova next.