Naomi Osaka Makes Successful Return to Tennis at Brisbane International

The four-time Grand Slam champion, now a new mother, secures victory in her first match after a 15-month break.

Naomi Osaka, four-time Grand Slam champion, made a successful return to professional tennis after a 15-month break, winning her first match at the Brisbane International against Germany's Tamara Korpatsch.
Osaka, who became a mother during her break, stated that motherhood has changed her perspective on the game, making her more appreciative of her fans and opponents.
Despite some challenging moments in the match, Osaka managed to secure a 6-3, 7-6 victory, demonstrating her continued prowess on the court.
Osaka's return to the tour is considered one of the major storylines in tennis for 2024.
She will face former world No. 1 Karolina Pliskova in the second round of the Brisbane International.