Did Naomi Osaka Predict Jannik Sinner’s Grand Slam Glory? WTA Star Sings Praises Of The Australian Open Champion

The tennis scenario has moved ahead of Melbourne and is looking forward to taking the stars in different parts of the world. While the WTA stars are currently focusing on the event in Abu Dhabi, Naomi Osaka still finds it hard to move on from Jannik Sinner‘s powerful performance at the Australian Open.

Naomi Osaka’s comeback as a mother failed to have a noticeable beginning as she faced an early exit from the inaugural major tour. However, maintaining her levels of sportsmanship, she recently mentioned how she already projected a good lead for Sinner.

Naomi Osaka reveals her pre-projection of Jannik Sinner’s AO win

Tennis sensation Naomi Osaka shared her excitement over Jannik Sinner’s remarkable victory at the Australian Open 2024. The young Italian gained a massive win over Daniil Medvedev in a thrilling final match, where he not only claimed the title but captivated the attention of renowned tennis stars. Osaka mentioned that she had been following Sinner’s journey closely.

“Before the Open started, I was talking to Wim [Fissette, her coach] about Sinner, so I feel like in a way we both kept tabs on him,” revealed Osaka, expressing her anticipation for Sinner’s performance. Along with mentioning her interest in Sinner’s run for the title, she also shared how his performance was a pack of entertainment.

“Honestly, it was really exciting to watch. Just seeing him beat Djokovic was really signaling that the young guys are really out here,” she added. As the tennis star mentioned her admiration for Sinner’s amazing victory, it is clear that the young Italian has built a wide fanbase, even in the tennis community.

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Truly, beating the World No. 1 is no joking matter. Perhaps the day Sinner defeated Djokovic in the semis, Osaka knew, like the rest of us, that the Italian would achieve great things. His ‘carrot boys’ from home certainly help.

Osaka highlights the impact of the ‘Carota Boys’ in Sinner’s victory

Along with all the achievements that Jannik Sinner gained at the Australian Open, one thing that held a big slice of credit was the Italian’s very own fan group. Naomi Osaka, who mentioned that she closely viewed Sinner’s performance also mentioned how the fanbase added a huge value in her run for victory.

“From a marketing standpoint, it’s really cool how he’s able to separate himself and kind of, with the carrot and everything. The story is kind of funny to me. I think it’s just really cool how he’s made himself very identifiable,” she expressed. As the tennis star mentioned her admiration for the young champ, it still remains to be seen if she presents a derived inspiration in her upcoming matches.

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