Naomi Osaka claims she can win a Grand Slam this year despite missing last season due to pregnancy

Naomi Osaka expresses her strong confidence in winning a Grand Slam despite a year on the sidelines.

Naomi Osaka claims she can win a Grand Slam this year despite missing last season due to pregnancy

Naomi Osaka (Credits: Imago)

In an impressive disclosure that has reverberated throughout the world of tennis, Naomi Osaka has expressed her strong confidence in herself to win a Grand Slam despite a year on the sidelines.

The Japanese star managed to leave her fans shocked in a recent interview, where she made these bold statements.

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In a recent interview with the Australian Open, the Japanese pro gets real with her fans and confidently assures the world that she still can win a Slam despite not playing for the last year. 

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The four-time Grand Slam champion took a break from tennis to work on her mental health, which then turned into a pregnancy break. After a year of break, she finally returned to the Brisbane International for a short yet much-needed time. 

I don’t want to put pressure on myself, but I do think I can win a slam this year. I know I've got several more Slams in me.
Said the Japanese pro via email

when she was asked if she could win a Grand Slam this year or if it would take some time. With a whole different mindset and attitude towards the game, Osaka returns to the courts of Australia, where she has had a lot of success. 

Naomi Osaka opens up about her change in schedules ever since she became a mother

Two-time Australian Open winner Naomi Osaka recently welcomed her daughter to this world back in July. 

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Naomi Osaka (Via CNN)

Since then, the new mom has been working on her body to be back in shape for the 2024 season of tennis. With a new responsibility in hand, Osaka made a fabulous comeback to tour and is more than ready to start her Australian Open campaign.

In a recent interview, the 26-year-old revealed the pain behind giving birth and how that made her realize her true capabilities.

Being one of the most talented players in the world, she has proved that time and again with her Grand Slam record, and with a new routine in mind, a different Osaka made a return in Australia. 

She revealed that she keeps her daughter’s schedule in mind and works in such a way that her child doesn’t miss her. Her return to court was met with a lot of love from the fans and is a strong addition to the women’s draw.

Osaka will be seen playing her first match of the Open against a very experienced Caroline Garcia in a matchup that is sure to start the tournament with a bang.

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