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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>A brief introduction to Paris Olympics 2024</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">In 2024, the world's attention will turn to Paris as the iconic city is going to host the prestigious Olympic Games. The Paris Olympics 2024 mark a significant moment, as the Games return to the French capital for the first time in a century. With a legacy dating back to the 1900 and 1924 Olympics, Paris proudly continues its tradition of welcoming athletes and spectators worldwide.Â </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Renowned for its rich history, cultural vibrancy, and passion for sport, the stage of Paris is all set for an unforgettable celebration of athleticism and unity. As the curtains will very soon open for the Paris Olympics 2024, it is predicted that these games will leave an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all.Â </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>When are the Olympic Games and who all will be there?</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">The Paris Olympics 2024 dates are scheduled from July 26 to August 11, 2024. The event will draw billions of worldwide viewers, with approximately 350,000 hours of TV broadcast coverage. Millions of spectators are anticipated to attend various events across the 41 venues in Paris.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Around 10,500 athletes from all over the world will participate in various sports and events during the games. The French team is automatically qualified as the host country. But, other teams have to win the world championship, their confederation's tournament, or be among the top 17 in the Olympic Ranking List for the Paris Olympics 2024 qualification.Â </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Additionally, approximately 20,000 accredited journalists will be covering the event, providing global updates and insights to audiences. Volunteers, numbering around 31,500, will assist in various capacities to ensure the smooth running of the games. Moreover, the Athletes' Village will serve over 600,000 meals daily to athletes, coaches, staff, and officials during the event.</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>What are the major events?</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">According to the Paris Olympics 2024 schedule</span><b>, </b><span style="font-weight: 400">it will feature 329 medal events across 32 sports.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">This year, as a brand new attraction, these games will include one brand new sport: breaking. Other than these, skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing will be back at the Olympics after debuting at the Tokyo Olympics.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Here is a breakdown of each sportâ€™s name and medal events:</span><b></b>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Aquatics</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 49 (35 swimming, 2 artistic swimming, 2 marathon swimming, 8 diving, 2 water polo)</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Archery</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 5</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Athletics</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 48</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Badminton</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 5</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Basketball</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 4</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Boxing</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 13</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Breaking</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 2</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Canoeing</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 16 (10 sprint, 6 slaloms)</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Cycling</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 22 (12 track, 4 road, 2 BMX racing, 2 BMX freestyle, 2 mountain biking)</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Equestrian</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 6 (2 dressage, 2 eventing, 2 jumping)</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Fencing</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 12</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Field hockey</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 2</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Golf</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 2</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Gymnastics</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 18 (14 artistic gymnastics, 2 rhythmic gymnastics, 2 trampoline)</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Handball</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 2</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Judo</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 15</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Modern pentathlon</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 2</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Rowing</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 14</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Rugby</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 2</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Sailing</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 10</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Shooting</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 15</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Skateboarding</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 4</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Soccer</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 2</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Sport climbing</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 4</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Surfing</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 2</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Table tennis</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 5</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Taekwondo</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 8</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Tennis</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 5</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Triathlon</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 3</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Volleyball</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 4 (2 volleyball, 2 beach volleyball)</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Weightlifting</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 10</span>
<ul>
 	<li><b>Wrestling</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Medal events: 18 (12 freestyle wrestling, 6 Greco-Roman)</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Where will be the major events held?</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">The Games will shine around the capital. It will be held from Les Yvelines to Hauts-de-Seine, Seine-et-Marne, and Seine-Saint-Denis. There will be 15 Olympic venues in central Paris. Also, the marathon swimming, triathlon, and para-triathlon events will take place in the capital's Seine River.</span>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Stade de France will be the venue for the main athletic events. Six regional cities will stage for the Paris Olympics 2024 football matches.</span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Marseille, on the Mediterranean coast. This place will host the sailing game.</span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">And, the surfing will occur in Teahupo'o, in Tahiti. This is a French overseas territory in the South Pacific.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Paris Olympics 2024 brings something new!</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Like the previous years, the Paris Olympics in 2024 will not be an exception. The game will include a number of new elements. However, this year, the inclusion of breaking as an official sport at the Paris 2024 Olympics marks a significant moment in recognizing urban dance culture within the global sports community.Â </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Breaking, originating from the streets of the Bronx in the 1970s, has evolved into a highly skilled and respected art form, embodying athleticism, creativity, and cultural expression.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">However, the decision to include Breaking in the Paris 2024 Olympics underscores the evolving nature of the Olympic Games, embracing new forms of athleticism and cultural significance. As Breaking athletes, known as B-Boys and B-Girls, prepare to showcase their talent on the world stage, the event promises to captivate audiences with its dynamic energy and creativity.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">With La Concorde set as the backdrop for the Breaking competition, spectators can anticipate an electrifying atmosphere as competitors engage in intense 1v1 battles to the rhythm of random beats curated by a DJ. This fusion of music, movement, and competition embodies the spirit of Breaking, celebrating its roots in hip-hop culture while embracing its evolution as a recognized sport.</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Paris Olympics 2024 logo</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">The Paris Olympics 2024 logo is composed of five indivisible elements. These elements also reflect our ideal actions and show who we are. However, for the first time in history, the Olympics and Paralympics will use the same emblem as logos.Â </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The Paris Olympics 2024 symbol is a combination of three separate elements: the gold medal, the flame, and Marianne (the female figure representing the French Republic).Â </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Paris Olympic 2024 Mascot</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">The Paris 2024 Olympic mascot is named "Olympic Phryg," inspired by the Phrygian cap, a symbol of freedom and revolution. It represents allegorical figures of the French Republic, embodying the values of liberty, equality, and also fraternity. The choice of the mascot reflects the spirit of the Olympic Games and the cultural significance of France. However, this year a pair named "Les Phryges" will represent the Olympics as mascots.Â </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>What to expect from the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">The Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony promises to be unique and memorable. The opening ceremony will feature a spectacular floating parade along the Seine River. Athletes representing 200 countries will board 100 boats for a 3.7-mile journey. This parade will offer a visually stunning and symbolic start to the Olympic Games.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The parade route will wind past significant landmarks in Paris, including the National Library and the Cathedral of Notre Dame. The floating parade symbolizes unity and cooperation among nations as they celebrate the Olympic spirit.Â </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">After the river parade, athletes will gather in a stadium in the Trocadero park to light the Olympic Flame.Â </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Overall, the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony promises to be a grand and innovative spectacle. It will be a momentous occasion that captures the world's attention and sets the stage for an unforgettable Olympic Games.</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>How to get tickets for Paris Olympics 2024Â Â </b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Paris Olympics 2024 tickets are on sale to everyone worldwide. However, they are sold on a "first come, first served" basis. Anyone can buy the tickets through the official Paris 2024 website. Many sessions are already sold out, as people are crazy to be part of this prestigious Olympics and want to see their admiring champions competing.Â </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">But there is nothing to worry about. New batches of tickets are regularly added so everyone can get the chance. However, the prices start at 24 euros (Â£21) for the Olympic events and 15 euros (Â£13) for the Paralympic games.Â </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>How to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Though the Paris Olympics will go from July 26-Aug to 11, 2024, but the Opening Ceremony for the games will take place on July 26. There will be various events such as handball, rugby, soccer, and archery starting on July 24 and 25.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBC and Peacock will broadcast live Olympic events, including finals in track, field, swimming, and gymnastics, both morning and afternoon. NBC will provide nine hours of daily daytime coverage. Also, there will be an enhanced three-hour primetime show in every night during the games. These will feature behind-the-scenes access, new technology, and athlete insights.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Also, Peacock will stream all sports and events live during the Summer Olympics, a first for the streaming service, alongside GOLF Channel, USA Network, Telemundo, CNBC, E!, and Universo.</span>

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A brief introduction to Paris Olympics 2024 In 2024, the world&#8217;s attention will turn to Paris as the iconic city is going to host the prestigious Olympic Games. The Paris Olympics 2024 mark a significant moment, as the Games return to the French capital for the first time in a century. With a legacy dating back to the 1900 and 1924 Olympics, Paris proudly continues its tradition of welcoming athletes and spectators worldwide.Â  Renowned for its rich history, cultural vibrancy, and passion for sport, the stage of Paris is all set for an unforgettable celebration of athleticism and unity. As the curtains will very soon open for the Paris Olympics 2024, it is predicted that these games will leave an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all.Â  When are the Olympic Games and who all will be there? The Paris Olympics 2024 dates are scheduled from July 26 to August 11, 2024. The event will draw billions of worldwide viewers, with approximately 350,000 hours of TV broadcast coverage. Millions of spectators are anticipated to attend various events across the 41 venues in Paris. Around 10,500 athletes from all over the world will participate in various sports and events during the games. The French team is automatically qualified as the host country. But, other teams have to win the world championship, their confederation&#8217;s tournament, or be among the top 17 in the Olympic Ranking List for the Paris Olympics 2024 qualification.Â  Additionally, approximately 20,000 accredited journalists will be covering the event, providing global updates and insights to audiences. Volunteers, numbering around 31,500, will assist in various capacities to ensure the smooth running of the games. Moreover, the Athletes&#8217; Village will serve over 600,000 meals daily to athletes, coaches, staff, and officials during the event. What are the major events? According to the Paris Olympics 2024 schedule, it will feature 329 medal events across 32 sports. This year, as a brand new attraction, these games will include one brand new sport: breaking. Other than these, skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing will be back at the Olympics after debuting at the Tokyo Olympics. Here is a breakdown of each sportâ€™s name and medal events: Aquatics Medal events: 49 (35 swimming, 2 artistic swimming, 2 marathon swimming, 8 diving, 2 water polo) Archery Medal events: 5 Athletics Medal events: 48 Badminton Medal events: 5 Basketball Medal events: 4 Boxing Medal events: 13 Breaking Medal events: 2 Canoeing Medal events: 16 (10 sprint, 6 slaloms) Cycling Medal events: 22 (12 track, 4 road, 2 BMX racing, 2 BMX freestyle, 2 mountain biking) Equestrian Medal events: 6 (2 dressage, 2 eventing, 2 jumping) Fencing Medal events: 12 Field hockey Medal events: 2 Golf Medal events: 2 Gymnastics Medal events: 18 (14 artistic gymnastics, 2 rhythmic gymnastics, 2 trampoline) Handball Medal events: 2 Judo Medal events: 15 Modern pentathlon Medal events: 2 Rowing Medal events: 14 Rugby Medal events: 2 Sailing Medal events: 10 Shooting Medal events: 15 Skateboarding Medal events: 4 Soccer Medal events: 2 Sport climbing Medal events: 4 Surfing Medal events: 2 Table tennis Medal events: 5 Taekwondo Medal events: 8 Tennis Medal events: 5 Triathlon Medal events: 3 Volleyball Medal events: 4 (2 volleyball, 2 beach volleyball) Weightlifting Medal events: 10 Wrestling Medal events: 18 (12 freestyle wrestling, 6 Greco-Roman) Where will be the major events held? The Games will shine around the capital. It will be held from Les Yvelines to Hauts-de-Seine, Seine-et-Marne, and Seine-Saint-Denis. There will be 15 Olympic venues in central Paris. Also, the marathon swimming, triathlon, and para-triathlon events will take place in the capital&#8217;s Seine River. The Stade de France will be the venue for the main athletic events. Six regional cities will stage for the Paris Olympics 2024 football matches.  Marseille, on the Mediterranean coast. This place will host the sailing game.  And, the surfing will occur in Teahupo&#8217;o, in Tahiti. This is a French overseas territory in the South Pacific. Paris Olympics 2024 brings something new! Like the previous years, the Paris Olympics in 2024 will not be an exception. The game will include a number of new elements. However, this year, the inclusion of breaking as an official sport at the Paris 2024 Olympics marks a significant moment in recognizing urban dance culture within the global sports community.Â  Breaking, originating from the streets of the Bronx in the 1970s, has evolved into a highly skilled and respected art form, embodying athleticism, creativity, and cultural expression. However, the decision to include Breaking in the Paris 2024 Olympics underscores the evolving nature of the Olympic Games, embracing new forms of athleticism and cultural significance. As Breaking athletes, known as B-Boys and B-Girls, prepare to showcase their talent on the world stage, the event promises to captivate audiences with its dynamic energy and creativity. With La Concorde set as the backdrop for the Breaking competition, spectators can anticipate an electrifying atmosphere as competitors engage in intense 1v1 battles to the rhythm of random beats curated by a DJ. This fusion of music, movement, and competition embodies the spirit of Breaking, celebrating its roots in hip-hop culture while embracing its evolution as a recognized sport. Paris Olympics 2024 logo The Paris Olympics 2024 logo is composed of five indivisible elements. These elements also reflect our ideal actions and show who we are. However, for the first time in history, the Olympics and Paralympics will use the same emblem as logos.Â  The Paris Olympics 2024 symbol is a combination of three separate elements: the gold medal, the flame, and Marianne (the female figure representing the French Republic).Â  Paris Olympic 2024 Mascot The Paris 2024 Olympic mascot is named &#8220;Olympic Phryg,&#8221; inspired by the Phrygian cap, a symbol of freedom and revolution. It represents allegorical figures of the French Republic, embodying the values of liberty, equality, and also fraternity. The choice of the mascot reflects the spirit of the Olympic Games and the cultural significance of France. However, this year a pair named &#8220;Les Phryges&#8221; will represent the Olympics as mascots.Â  What to expect from the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony The Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony promises to be unique and memorable. The opening ceremony will feature a spectacular floating parade along the Seine River. Athletes representing 200 countries will board 100 boats for a 3.7-mile journey. This parade will offer a visually stunning and symbolic start to the Olympic Games. The parade route will wind past significant landmarks in Paris, including the National Library and the Cathedral of Notre Dame. The floating parade symbolizes unity and cooperation among nations as they celebrate the Olympic spirit.Â  After the river parade, athletes will gather in a stadium in the Trocadero park to light the Olympic Flame.Â  Overall, the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony promises to be a grand and innovative spectacle. It will be a momentous occasion that captures the world&#8217;s attention and sets the stage for an unforgettable Olympic Games. How to get tickets for Paris Olympics 2024Â Â  Paris Olympics 2024 tickets are on sale to everyone worldwide. However, they are sold on a &#8220;first come, first served&#8221; basis. Anyone can buy the tickets through the official Paris 2024 website. Many sessions are already sold out, as people are crazy to be part of this prestigious Olympics and want to see their admiring champions competing.Â  But there is nothing to worry about. New batches of tickets are regularly added so everyone can get the chance. However, the prices start at 24 euros (Â£21) for the Olympic events and 15 euros (Â£13) for the Paralympic games.Â  How to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics Though the Paris Olympics will go from July 26-Aug to 11, 2024, but the Opening Ceremony for the games will take place on July 26. There will be various events such as handball, rugby, soccer, and archery starting on July 24 and 25. NBC and Peacock will broadcast live Olympic events, including finals in track, field, swimming, and gymnastics, both morning and afternoon. NBC will provide nine hours of daily daytime coverage. Also, there will be an enhanced three-hour primetime show in every night during the games. These will feature behind-the-scenes access, new technology, and athlete insights. Also, Peacock will stream all sports and events live during the Summer Olympics, a first for the streaming service, alongside GOLF Channel, USA Network, Telemundo, CNBC, E!, and Universo.

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osaka</b><b>: 2024 Net Worth, Stats, Salary, and more</b></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Who is Naomi Osaka?</b></h2>
Japanese Tennis player Naomi Osaka is the first Asian woman to top the WTA Global Rankings in 2019 along with being a social justice activist. She also holds the record as the first Japanese tennis player to win a Grand Slam singles match.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osakaâ€™s Early Life </b></h2>
The daughter of Leonard Francois(Haitian) and Tamaki Osaka (Japanese), Naomi Osaka was born on October 16, 1997, in Osaka, Japan. Up until the age of three, Naomi lived in Japan before relocating to the US. Before moving to Florida in 2006, she resided in Long Island, New York.

Naomi's father was inspired by watching the Williams sisters play at the 1999 French Open. Despite having little exposure to the sport of tennis, Francois began the tennis training of his two daughters. Training his children in the US, Francois and his wife decided their daughters would represent Japan. Her sister, Mari Osaka, is a retired professional tennis player.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osakaâ€™s personal life</b></h2>
Osaka has been dating rapper YBN Cordae since 2019. Once as a fangirl, she accepted a 'date' with <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/michael-b-jordan/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michael B. Jordan</a> for the premiere of Creed 2. Grammy-nominated rapper Cordae has the slightest idea about Tennis before meeting Osaka. But, with time, these two love birds are sharing the strongest bond ever.

[caption id="attachment_2217605" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-2217605 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/imago0038459956h.jpg" alt="Naomi Osaka" width="1920" height="1536" /> Credits: Imago[/caption]

In July 2023, Naomi Osaka and her boyfriend Cordae welcomed their baby girl, Shai. There was a slight rumor of a breakup in October 2023 when she removed pictures of the rapper from her Instagram account. But, now they looking forward to the new journey as parents together.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osakaâ€™s Net Worth 2024 (Update)</b></h2>
Having total prize earnings to date incredible USD 21 million, Naomi Osaka is among the wealthiest and most accomplished athletes on the planet. Her estimated net worth is USD 80 million, including her earnings from off the court.

In 2021, Forbes ranked her as the 12th highest-paid athlete in the world, only surpassed by Serena Williams, another female athlete. Her achievements in her sport and fame only serve to increase her income. The only female athletes listed in On Sportico 100 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World 2022 are Naomi Osaka and Serena Williams.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osakaâ€™sÂ  Career Timeline</b></h2>
In 2016, Naomi was through to the final of a WTA tournament at the age of 18, where she fell to Caroline Wozniacki. Nevertheless, Osaka broke into the top 50 of the WTA rankings for the first time.

The same year, she made her maiden appearance at a Grand Slam in Melbourne. She was also crowned as the WTA 'Newcomer of the Year.'

The year 2018 showered prosperity over Osaka. She won her first Grand Slam by defeating her childhood idol Serena Williams. She also became the first Japanese player to contest and win a Grand Slam final.

Osaka continued her Majors winning streak at the<a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/tennis/australian-open/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Â Australian Open</a>Â 2019, where she defeatedÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/petra-kvitova/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Petra Kvitova</a>Â in the finals.Â She also reached the highest ranking in her career by securing the World No.1 position.?

After her Australian Open victory, her career took a turn. She parted ways with her coach Sascha Bajin and went title-less for a few months.

Osaka trained under Jermaine Jenkins, but she called off her association with him within six months. Currently, she trains with Wim Fissette.

In her hometown tournament at the Pan Pacific Open 2019 in Osaka, the Japanese ace finally ended her title-less run.

The following week, she went on to clinch the title in Beijing, China by knocking downÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/ashleigh-barty/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Ashleigh Barty</a>Â in the finals. The end of her 2019 season was marred by injuries. She won her third Grand Slam at the 2020 US Open, defeating Victoria Azarenka.

Osaka continued her impressive Grand Slam final record at the Australian Open 2021. She made it four out of four in Grand Slam finals as she beat Jennifer Brady to claim her 2nd Australian Open title and fourth Grand Slam title.

Osaka declared in January 2023 that she was expecting a child and would not be competing that year. In July 2023 her daughter was born. Osaka made her tennis comeback in January 2024, participating in the Australian Open that month. She did not win the first round, though.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osakaâ€™s Partnerships and Endorsements</b></h2>
Naomi Osaka introduced KINLÃ’, her own skincare line, in September 2021. The brand sells hydration gels, lip balms, sunscreens, moisturizers, and more. In April 2022, Osaka and Walmart struck into an exclusive collaboration for the sale of these goods.

In April 2022, the Japanese athlete and her agent Stuart Duguid co-founded the sports management company Evolve. Nick Kyrgios, an Australian tennis player, was one of the first players the agency signed.

Hana Kuma is the name of the media production business that Duguid and Osaka jointly operate. Maverick Carter's SpringHill Company and basketball legend LeBron James are partners in the production banner.

Furthermore, Osaka is a co-owner of Carolina Courage, a team in the National Women's Soccer League.

In 2021, Panasonic, a major multinational electronics corporation based in Japan, appointed her as a brand ambassador. In exchange, Osaka, along with Olympic figure skater Nathan Chen and swimmer Michael Phelps, became a promoter of the "Panasonic Green Initiative."

[caption id="attachment_727327" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-727327 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1272151760.jpg" alt="Naomi Osaka in action at the 2020 US Open" width="1920" height="1280" /> NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 12: Naomi Osaka of Japan returns the ball in the second set during her Women's Singles final match against Victoria Azarenka of Belarus on Day Thirteen of the 2020 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 12, 2020 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)[/caption]

Osaka also supports several other businesses, including PlayStation, FTX, Beats Electronics, Bodyarmor SuperDrink, Tag Heuer, Airbnb, Workday, and GoDaddy, to name a few.

Over the past ten years,Â <strong>Yonex</strong>Â has been sponsoring Osaka's tennis rackets.Â <strong>Nike</strong> supports her with apparel. She is the ambassador for a Japanese automobile manufacturer <strong>Nissan Motor </strong>and Japanese electronics manufacturer <strong>Citizen Watch</strong>.

She also endorses several other Japanese companies, including noodle maker <strong>Nissin Foods</strong>, cosmetics producer <strong>Shiseido</strong>, the broadcasting station <strong>Wowow</strong>, and airline <strong>All Nippon Airways (ANA)</strong>.

Naomi Osaka is the brand ambassador forÂ <strong>Mastercard</strong>. Her otherÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.naomiosaka.com/en/news/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">endorsements</a>Â includeÂ <strong>Bare Minerals</strong>,Â <strong>Body Armor</strong>,Â <strong>Hyperice</strong>,Â <strong>Melco Resorts</strong>,Â <strong>Morinaga</strong>, andÂ <strong>Ariel Japan</strong>.

Osaka was also declared one of the most marketable female athletes in the world.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osakaâ€™s Investments</b></h2>
Apart from being a professional tennis player, Naomi Osaka has invested in 7 renowned companies - Immi, Athletic Brewing, FTX, StatusPro, Daring Foods, Buzzer, and Hyperice.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osakaâ€™s Career Stats</b></h2>
Here are five of the most striking numbers from Naomi Osaka's CV to serve as a reminder of how amazing her career has been thus far:

Her record in Grand Slam finals is a flawless 4-0. She is one of just four playersâ€”two men and one womanâ€”in the Open Era to do it.

Not only is Osaka the first Japanese tennis player to win a Grand Slam championship, but she's also the first to ever rank #1 in the ATP or WTA rankings.

Osaka has been unbeaten since the quarterfinals. Once she advances past the fourth round of a major, she is a perfect 12-0. She goes 4-0 in the quarterfinals, 4-0 in the semifinals, and, as previously stated, 4-0 in the finals. No other player in the Open Era, either male or female, has done that but her.

She has won over half of her career titles while in majors. Four of the seven tour-level trophies Osaka has won in her career have been Grand Slam titlesâ€”talk about rising to the occasion. Her other three victories have also been significant: in 2019 she won a WTA 500 in her hometown of Osaka, as well as two WTA 1000s in Beijing and Indian Wells in 2018 and 2019.

She became the first athlete born in 1995 or later to hold the top spot in the ATP or WTA rankings. After winning her second consecutive major in Melbourne on January 28, 2019, the 1997-born Osaka initially took the top slot, a position she would hold for a total of 25 weeks throughout 2019.

Osaka is now one of six players (Aryna Sabalenka, Daniil Medvedev, Ashleigh Barty, Carlos Alcaraz, and Swiatek) born in 1995 or after to rank No. 1 on the list.

After taking the opening set, she is now 49-3 in majors. Osaka has been one of the top players on the women's circuit, having only three career losses due to major upsets. She lost to Simona Halep in the 2016 Roland Garros third round, 4-6, 6-2, 6-3; to Leylah Fernandez in the 2021 US Open third round, 5-7, 7-6 (2), 6-4; and to Amanda Anisimova in the 2022 Australian Open third round, 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 (5).

She had two match points against Anisimova in Australia and was three points away from defeating Fernandez 7-5, 6-5 at the US Open. She was also very close to winning the final two matches.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osakaâ€™sÂ  Records</b></h2>
Have a look below and explore the career records of Naomi Osaka -
<ul>
 	<li>Current ranking: 286</li>
 	<li>Singles Titles: 7</li>
 	<li>Career High: 1</li>
 	<li>Prize Money: $21,355,974</li>
 	<li><span class="js-profile-header-stat-count-up" data-single="268" data-double="2">W/L Singles: 268</span>/Â <span class="js-profile-header-stat-count-up" data-single="152" data-double="15">152</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osakaâ€™s Major Achievements and Awards</b></h2>
Naomi Osaka has a great deal of success in her early professional life. The Japanese player has received numerous more noteworthy honors in addition to her Grand Slam victories.

<strong>Awards:</strong>
<ul role="list">
 	<li>Grand Slams: 4 (2018 US Open, 2019 Australian Open, 2020 US Open, 2021 Australian Open)</li>
 	<li>7 WTA titles overall</li>
 	<li>2016 Newcomer of the Year by the WTA</li>
 	<li>2020 Female Athlete of the Year by the Associated Press.</li>
</ul>
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<h3>Records and Feats</h3>
<ul role="list">
 	<li>First Japanese player to win a Grand Slam</li>
 	<li>First Asian playerâ€”male or femaleâ€”to be world No. 1 in the ranking.</li>
</ul>
</div>
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<h2 class="article_subsection" style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osakaâ€™s Charity and Foundation</b></h2>
During the COVID-19-induced lockdown in July 2020, Osaka and her older sister Mari collaborated with UNICEF to design and produce a limited-edition face mask, which was made available for the public to buy.

The proceeds from the initiative went to the needy in Japan, where Osaka hails from.

Naomi Osaka also is in charge of Play Academy, which is run in collaboration with Laureus Sport for Good, NIKE, Inc., and other corporate partners. By investing in enjoyable, constructive play experiences that encourage young women to become role models and educating coaches to create more inclusive play and sports environments, it seeks to level the playing field for girls by boosting their involvement in sports.

Play Academy was first established in 2020 and has since funded 15 programs in its three core regionsâ€”Japan, Haiti, and Los Angelesâ€”all of which are areas that two-time Laureus World Sports Award winner Naomi Osaka has a personal connection to.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osaka</b> <b>Australian Open 2022</b></h2>
Osaka ended her disappointing season after the US Open and worked on her game during the off-season to make a strong re-entry for the 2022 Australian summer.

Coming into the 'Happy Slam', Osaka played the warm event in Melbourne and reached the semis before pulling out of the event owing to an abdominal injury.

At the Australian Open, Osaka registered straight-set victories in her first two matches and fell in the third round to Amanda Anisimova in a gripping three-set contest.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osaka's return in 2024 season</b></h2>
Even if Naomi Osaka did not get the immediate renown she had hoped for, she proved that she was headed in the right direction when she made her grand slam tennis comeback in AO 2024. The former world number one battled with one of the world's top players, Caroline Garcia, before falling short in the first round of the Australian Open, 6-4, 7-6(2).

Osaka is playing in her second tournament since giving birth to her daughter Shai in July, having competed in her first since September 2022 in Brisbane at the start of the year.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Naomi Osaka</b><b>â€™s Social Media Accounts</b></h2>
Here are the active social media accounts of Naomi Osaka -
<ul>
 	<li class="CtCigf"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/naomiosaka/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a></li>
 	<li><a href="https://twitter.com/naomiosaka" target="_blank" rel="noopener">X (Twitter)</a></li>
 	<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/NaomiOsakaTennis" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Facebook</a></li>
 	<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/NaomiOsaka" target="_blank" rel="noopener">YouTube</a></li>
</ul>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Full Name</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">Naomi Osaka</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Popular Name</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">Naomi Osaka</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Date Of Birth</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">16 October 1997</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Birth Place</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">Chuo Ward, Osaka, Japan</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Age</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">26</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Height</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">1.8 m</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Weight</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">69 kg</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Parents</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">Leonard Francois &amp; Tamaki Osaka</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Siblings</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">Mari Osaka</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Nationality</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">Japanese</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Ethnicity</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">Haitian and Japanese</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Net Worth</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">$59.2 million</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Spouse</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">Cordae</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Relationship/Marital Status</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">Unmarried</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Children</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">Shai</td>
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<td style="width: 24.8815%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Profession</span></td>
<td style="width: 48.1042%">Tennis Player</td>
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Naomi Osaka

Naomi Osaka: 2024 Net Worth, Stats, Salary, and more Who is Naomi Osaka? Japanese Tennis player Naomi Osaka is the first Asian woman to top the WTA Global Rankings in 2019 along with being a social justice activist. She also holds the record as the first Japanese tennis player to win a Grand Slam singles match. Naomi Osakaâ€™s Early Life The daughter of Leonard Francois(Haitian) and Tamaki Osaka (Japanese), Naomi Osaka was born on October 16, 1997, in Osaka, Japan. Up until the age of three, Naomi lived in Japan before relocating to the US. Before moving to Florida in 2006, she resided in Long Island, New York. Naomi&#8217;s father was inspired by watching the Williams sisters play at the 1999 French Open. Despite having little exposure to the sport of tennis, Francois began the tennis training of his two daughters. Training his children in the US, Francois and his wife decided their daughters would represent Japan. Her sister, Mari Osaka, is a retired professional tennis player. Naomi Osakaâ€™s personal life Osaka has been dating rapper YBN Cordae since 2019. Once as a fangirl, she accepted a &#8216;date&#8217; with Michael B. Jordan for the premiere of Creed 2. Grammy-nominated rapper Cordae has the slightest idea about Tennis before meeting Osaka. But, with time, these two love birds are sharing the strongest bond ever. Credits: Imago In July 2023, Naomi Osaka and her boyfriend Cordae welcomed their baby girl, Shai. There was a slight rumor of a breakup in October 2023 when she removed pictures of the rapper from her Instagram account. But, now they looking forward to the new journey as parents together. Naomi Osakaâ€™s Net Worth 2024 (Update) Having total prize earnings to date incredible USD 21 million, Naomi Osaka is among the wealthiest and most accomplished athletes on the planet. Her estimated net worth is USD 80 million, including her earnings from off the court. In 2021, Forbes ranked her as the 12th highest-paid athlete in the world, only surpassed by Serena Williams, another female athlete. Her achievements in her sport and fame only serve to increase her income. The only female athletes listed in On Sportico 100 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World 2022 are Naomi Osaka and Serena Williams. Naomi Osakaâ€™sÂ  Career Timeline In 2016, Naomi was through to the final of a WTA tournament at the age of 18, where she fell to Caroline Wozniacki. Nevertheless, Osaka broke into the top 50 of the WTA rankings for the first time. The same year, she made her maiden appearance at a Grand Slam in Melbourne. She was also crowned as the WTA &#8216;Newcomer of the Year.&#8217; The year 2018 showered prosperity over Osaka. She won her first Grand Slam by defeating her childhood idol Serena Williams. She also became the first Japanese player to contest and win a Grand Slam final. Osaka continued her Majors winning streak at theÂ Australian OpenÂ 2019, where she defeatedÂ Petra KvitovaÂ in the finals.Â She also reached the highest ranking in her career by securing the World No.1 position.? After her Australian Open victory, her career took a turn. She parted ways with her coach Sascha Bajin and went title-less for a few months. Osaka trained under Jermaine Jenkins, but she called off her association with him within six months. Currently, she trains with Wim Fissette. In her hometown tournament at the Pan Pacific Open 2019 in Osaka, the Japanese ace finally ended her title-less run. The following week, she went on to clinch the title in Beijing, China by knocking downÂ Ashleigh BartyÂ in the finals. The end of her 2019 season was marred by injuries. She won her third Grand Slam at the 2020 US Open, defeating Victoria Azarenka. Osaka continued her impressive Grand Slam final record at the Australian Open 2021. She made it four out of four in Grand Slam finals as she beat Jennifer Brady to claim her 2nd Australian Open title and fourth Grand Slam title. Osaka declared in January 2023 that she was expecting a child and would not be competing that year. In July 2023 her daughter was born. Osaka made her tennis comeback in January 2024, participating in the Australian Open that month. She did not win the first round, though. Naomi Osakaâ€™s Partnerships and Endorsements Naomi Osaka introduced KINLÃ’, her own skincare line, in September 2021. The brand sells hydration gels, lip balms, sunscreens, moisturizers, and more. In April 2022, Osaka and Walmart struck into an exclusive collaboration for the sale of these goods. In April 2022, the Japanese athlete and her agent Stuart Duguid co-founded the sports management company Evolve. Nick Kyrgios, an Australian tennis player, was one of the first players the agency signed. Hana Kuma is the name of the media production business that Duguid and Osaka jointly operate. Maverick Carter&#8217;s SpringHill Company and basketball legend LeBron James are partners in the production banner. Furthermore, Osaka is a co-owner of Carolina Courage, a team in the National Women&#8217;s Soccer League. In 2021, Panasonic, a major multinational electronics corporation based in Japan, appointed her as a brand ambassador. In exchange, Osaka, along with Olympic figure skater Nathan Chen and swimmer Michael Phelps, became a promoter of the &#8220;Panasonic Green Initiative.&#8221; NEW YORK, NEW YORK &#8211; SEPTEMBER 12: Naomi Osaka of Japan returns the ball in the second set during her Women&#8217;s Singles final match against Victoria Azarenka of Belarus on Day Thirteen of the 2020 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 12, 2020 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) Osaka also supports several other businesses, including PlayStation, FTX, Beats Electronics, Bodyarmor SuperDrink, Tag Heuer, Airbnb, Workday, and GoDaddy, to name a few. Over the past ten years,Â YonexÂ has been sponsoring Osaka&#8217;s tennis rackets.Â Nike supports her with apparel. She is the ambassador for a Japanese automobile manufacturer Nissan Motor and Japanese electronics manufacturer Citizen Watch. She also endorses several other Japanese companies, including noodle maker Nissin Foods, cosmetics producer Shiseido, the broadcasting station Wowow, and airline All Nippon Airways (ANA). Naomi Osaka is the brand ambassador forÂ Mastercard. Her otherÂ endorsementsÂ includeÂ Bare Minerals,Â Body Armor,Â Hyperice,Â Melco Resorts,Â Morinaga, andÂ Ariel Japan. Osaka was also declared one of the most marketable female athletes in the world. Naomi Osakaâ€™s Investments Apart from being a professional tennis player, Naomi Osaka has invested in 7 renowned companies &#8211; Immi, Athletic Brewing, FTX, StatusPro, Daring Foods, Buzzer, and Hyperice. Naomi Osakaâ€™s Career Stats Here are five of the most striking numbers from Naomi Osaka&#8217;s CV to serve as a reminder of how amazing her career has been thus far: Her record in Grand Slam finals is a flawless 4-0. She is one of just four playersâ€”two men and one womanâ€”in the Open Era to do it. Not only is Osaka the first Japanese tennis player to win a Grand Slam championship, but she&#8217;s also the first to ever rank #1 in the ATP or WTA rankings. Osaka has been unbeaten since the quarterfinals. Once she advances past the fourth round of a major, she is a perfect 12-0. She goes 4-0 in the quarterfinals, 4-0 in the semifinals, and, as previously stated, 4-0 in the finals. No other player in the Open Era, either male or female, has done that but her. She has won over half of her career titles while in majors. Four of the seven tour-level trophies Osaka has won in her career have been Grand Slam titlesâ€”talk about rising to the occasion. Her other three victories have also been significant: in 2019 she won a WTA 500 in her hometown of Osaka, as well as two WTA 1000s in Beijing and Indian Wells in 2018 and 2019. She became the first athlete born in 1995 or later to hold the top spot in the ATP or WTA rankings. After winning her second consecutive major in Melbourne on January 28, 2019, the 1997-born Osaka initially took the top slot, a position she would hold for a total of 25 weeks throughout 2019. Osaka is now one of six players (Aryna Sabalenka, Daniil Medvedev, Ashleigh Barty, Carlos Alcaraz, and Swiatek) born in 1995 or after to rank No. 1 on the list. After taking the opening set, she is now 49-3 in majors. Osaka has been one of the top players on the women&#8217;s circuit, having only three career losses due to major upsets. She lost to Simona Halep in the 2016 Roland Garros third round, 4-6, 6-2, 6-3; to Leylah Fernandez in the 2021 US Open third round, 5-7, 7-6 (2), 6-4; and to Amanda Anisimova in the 2022 Australian Open third round, 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 (5). She had two match points against Anisimova in Australia and was three points away from defeating Fernandez 7-5, 6-5 at the US Open. She was also very close to winning the final two matches. Naomi Osakaâ€™sÂ  Records Have a look below and explore the career records of Naomi Osaka &#8211; Current ranking: 286 Singles Titles: 7 Career High: 1 Prize Money: $21,355,974 W/L Singles: 268/Â 152 Naomi Osakaâ€™s Major Achievements and Awards Naomi Osaka has a great deal of success in her early professional life. The Japanese player has received numerous more noteworthy honors in addition to her Grand Slam victories. Awards: Grand Slams: 4 (2018 US Open, 2019 Australian Open, 2020 US Open, 2021 Australian Open) 7 WTA titles overall 2016 Newcomer of the Year by the WTA 2020 Female Athlete of the Year by the Associated Press.  Records and Feats First Japanese player to win a Grand Slam First Asian playerâ€”male or femaleâ€”to be world No. 1 in the ranking.  Naomi Osakaâ€™s Charity and Foundation During the COVID-19-induced lockdown in July 2020, Osaka and her older sister Mari collaborated with UNICEF to design and produce a limited-edition face mask, which was made available for the public to buy. The proceeds from the initiative went to the needy in Japan, where Osaka hails from. Naomi Osaka also is in charge of Play Academy, which is run in collaboration with Laureus Sport for Good, NIKE, Inc., and other corporate partners. By investing in enjoyable, constructive play experiences that encourage young women to become role models and educating coaches to create more inclusive play and sports environments, it seeks to level the playing field for girls by boosting their involvement in sports. Play Academy was first established in 2020 and has since funded 15 programs in its three core regionsâ€”Japan, Haiti, and Los Angelesâ€”all of which are areas that two-time Laureus World Sports Award winner Naomi Osaka has a personal connection to. Naomi Osaka Australian Open 2022 Osaka ended her disappointing season after the US Open and worked on her game during the off-season to make a strong re-entry for the 2022 Australian summer. Coming into the &#8216;Happy Slam&#8217;, Osaka played the warm event in Melbourne and reached the semis before pulling out of the event owing to an abdominal injury. At the Australian Open, Osaka registered straight-set victories in her first two matches and fell in the third round to Amanda Anisimova in a gripping three-set contest. Naomi Osaka&#8217;s return in 2024 season Even if Naomi Osaka did not get the immediate renown she had hoped for, she proved that she was headed in the right direction when she made her grand slam tennis comeback in AO 2024. The former world number one battled with one of the world&#8217;s top players, Caroline Garcia, before falling short in the first round of the Australian Open, 6-4, 7-6(2). Osaka is playing in her second tournament since giving birth to her daughter Shai in July, having competed in her first since September 2022 in Brisbane at the start of the year. Naomi Osakaâ€™s Social Media Accounts Here are the active social media accounts of Naomi Osaka &#8211; Instagram X (Twitter) Facebook YouTube   Personal Information:  Full Name Naomi Osaka  Popular Name Naomi Osaka  Date Of Birth 16 October 1997  Birth Place Chuo Ward, Osaka, Japan  Age 26  Height 1.8 m  Weight 69 kg  Parents Leonard Francois &amp; Tamaki Osaka  Siblings Mari Osaka  Nationality Japanese  Ethnicity Haitian and Japanese  Net Worth $59.2 million  Spouse Cordae  Relationship/Marital Status Unmarried  Children Shai  Profession Tennis Player

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<h2><b>Simone Biles Net Worth 2024, Husband, and Achievements</b></h2>
[caption id="attachment_1074513" align="alignnone" width="469"]<img class="size-medium wp-image-1074513" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1180798360-469x315.jpg" alt="Simone Biles" width="469" height="315" /> STUTTGART, GERMANY - OCTOBER 13: Simone Biles of The United States poses for photos with her multiple gold medals during day 10 of the 49th FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships at Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle on October 13, 2019 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)[/caption]
<h2><b>Simone Biles Net Worth</b></h2>
Simone Arianne Biles is one of the most decorated American artistic gymnasts. As of 2024, her net worth is around $16 million. Apart from the cash prizes from various events and tournaments, endorsements have added a lot to the gymnast's worth. Biles has partnered with Athleta, SK-II skincare products, Visa, United Airlines, Spieth America gymnastics equipment, Uber Eats, MasterClass and Facebook Watch, Mondelez's Oreo brand, Core Power fitness shake Candid teeth aligners, GK Elite gymnastics apparel.

Apart from medals and endorsements, Biles also invested in the real estate market. Back in 2017, Biles listed her 3711 sq. ft. childhood home in Texas at $289,000 for sale. Presently, she is overseeing the construction of her new home with beau Jonathan Owens. While not much detail has been revealed about the house, the property is said to be on a highway in Texas.
<h2><b>Simone Biles' Family</b></h2>
Simone Biles' family comprises her parents and biological and adoptive siblings. Simone Biles also considers her pet dogs â€“ French Bulldogs, a female and male named Lilo and Rambo â€“ a part of her little family. Biles' adoptive parents are Ronald Biles and Nellie Biles. She has her own younger sister, Adria Biles, and two elder adoptive brothers named Adam and Ron Biles Jr.

Her extended family includes Ron Biles Jr.'s wife, Sammi Biles, and <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-olympics-news-gymnastics-news-baby-girl-is-already-so-loved-simone-biles-welcomes-baby-biles-to-her-adorable-family/">baby Biles, the little angel the family welcomed in November 2022. </a>She also has two estranged biological siblings, a sister named Ashley Biles Thomas, and a brother, Tevin Biles. The siblings got separated at a young age after being adopted by different families.
<h2><b>Early Life and Childhood</b></h2>
Simone Biles was born to Shannon Biles on March 14, 1997. Her biological father, Kelvin Clemons, was absent from her life since the beginning. Supporting four kids while battling alcoholism and drug addiction proved hard for Shanon Biles. Because of this, the young Biles siblings ended up in foster care for years. Biles was just three years old when she was separated from her biological mother and put into foster care. However, three years later, the Biles siblings were adopted by their maternal grandfather Ron Biles.

Simone Biles' <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-gymnastics-news-dont-call-and-dont-visit-simone-biles-biological-mother-was-forbidden-from-seeing-the-gymnastics-star-after-her-adoption/">biological mother was prohibited from contacting the gymnast after the adoption</a>. Simone was six when Ron and his wife, Nellie, adopted the Biles siblings. But soon it became difficult for the couple to take care of six young kids (2 biological and four adopted.) Eventually, Simone Biles' two elder biological siblings, Ashley and Tevin, were adopted by their grand aunt, Harriet.

Ron and Nellie were able to provide a safe and permanent home to little Simone and Adria. The healthy environment helped the young girls to focus on their education and explore their interests. This was also how Simone Biles found her way to gymnastics. Biles was just 6 when she saw teenage gymnasts practicing in the gymnasium during a daycare field trip.

Engrossed in her observations, she started imitating the moves of the teenagers. The coaches noticed this at the gym and wrote a letter addressed to Biles' parents suggesting enrolling her in a training center. Considering that, the couple enrolled Biles in Bannon's Gymnastix Center, which in turn became her first step towards her decorated gymnastics career.
<h2><b>Simone Biles' NFL husband Jonathan Owens</b></h2>
Simone Biles is married to the NFL safety, Jonathan Owens. The two first crossed paths during the Houston Texans' game in 2019. However, they officially met through Raya, a dating app, during the pandemic in March 2020. Reportedly, it took just about a month for the NFL player to fall for the gymnast.

They made their relationship Instagram official in August 2020. After dating for nearly two years, Jonathan Owens popped the big question in February 2022.

[caption id="attachment_1942013" align="alignnone" width="473"]<img class="size-medium wp-image-1942013" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1437383254-473x315.jpg" alt="Simone Biles" width="473" height="315" /> HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 28: Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens pose on the field prior to Game One of the 2022 World Series between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on October 28, 2022 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)[/caption]

Then in April 2023, the couple got married in an intimate courthouse wedding ceremony in Houston, Texas. Following this, the pair once again exchanged vows in an opulent destination wedding in Cabo San Lucas, in the presence of their friends, families, and close-knit acquaintances.

Recently, Owens faced criticism when he admitted that he did not know well who Simone Biles was when they matched on the dating app Raya. Biles' fans were disheartened to know that Owens hadn't heard of Biles even after her 2016 Olympic run.
<h2><b>Simone Biles' Records and Achievements</b></h2>
Throughout Simone Biles's decorated <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/gymnastics-2/gymnastics/">gymnastics</a> career, she has won numerous accolades. She has 7 Olympic medals â€“ four gold, one silver, two bronze. Her recent comeback at the 2023 Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Antwerp, Belgium, added a lot more medals to her bag. She has won 30 World Championship medals â€“ 23 gold, four silver, and three bronze â€“ making her the most decorated gymnast in World Championships history.

<b>Olympics achievements:</b>

Team event- Gold medal (2016 Rio Olympics)
All-around- Gold medal (2016 Rio Olympics)
Vault- Gold medal (2016 Rio Olympics)
Floor exercise- Gold medal (2016 Rio Olympics)
Team events- Silver medal (2020 <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/tokyo-olympics-2020-2021/">Tokyo Olympics</a>)
Balance beam- Bronze medal (2016 Rio Olympics)
Balance beam- Bronze medal (2020 Tokyo Olympics)
<h2><b>Simone Biles' gymnastics comeback and Paris Olympics 2024</b></h2>
The 7X Olympic medalist took a break from competitive tournaments to focus on her mental health. During the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, she experienced the phenomenon known as <i>"the twisties,"</i> in the wake of which she withdrew from the event. The case of 'twisties' occurs when a gymnast loses control of their body while performing twists in the air. This incident prompted Biles to become one of the first athletes to discuss mental health and prioritize it over competition openly.

Biles is now all set to compete at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The 26-year-old made it big at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships in August winning her eighth all-around title. She also set a record for most international gymnastics medals by winning her sixth all-around title at the world championships in Belgium in October. Her comeback is a testament that she has prepared hard to pick up from where she left off in Tokyo.

Overcoming the twisties, this comeback marked a crucial milestone in her journey toward the upcoming Olympic games. She continues to prioritize her mental well-being and is undergoing therapy to strengthen her mental approach to her craft.

Throughout her journey, Jonathan Owens has been a supportive partner, standing by her side through thick and thin.
<h2><b>Simone Biles' Physical Regime</b></h2>
During the prime season, Simone Biles trains for 42 hours per week. These 42 hours are divided into seven hours per day, six days a week. Simone Biles takes an off from her training on Sunday. Of the six training days, Biles trains twice a day for four days, including Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. She trains just once a day on Thursday and Saturday. Her morning training sessions start at 9 am and end at noon. Whereas, the time for the afternoon session is from 3 to 6 pm.

Her routine includes running and stretching every part of the body. The stretching is done before and after the practice to warm up and cool down consecutively to help the muscles. For her competitions, Biles uses the cross-training method which includes running, swimming, and biking. Her routines comprise exercises like superman and hollow holds, regular and single-leg V-ups, scissors, and pulses for abs. The full-body workout includes the plie squats, superman lifts, boat holds, hip raises, and glute kickbacks. The bodyweight workout includes bear planks with butt kicks, crab reaches, wall walks, push-ups to plank jack knives and pike presses.

Here is a summary of how long she does the various regimes.

Swimming on Day 1-: 1 mile
Biking on Day 2-: 10 miles
Intense abs routine on Day 3-: 11 rounds
Full body on Day 4-: 30 minutes
Bodyweight workout on Day 5-: 30 seconds of each exercise for 3 rounds
Running on Day 6-: 3.1 Miles
Rest on Day 7

During the US Classic in 2013, Simone Biles introduced the floor exercise skill, which was a double layout with a half twist at the podium training. As Biles successfully performed it at the 2013 World Championships, the skill was ultimately named after her.

<b>How to contact Simone Biles?</b>

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/simonebiles/">Instagram</a>

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/simonebiles">Facebook</a>

<a href="https://twitter.com/Simone_Biles">Twitter</a>

<a href="https://simonebiles.com/">Official Website</a>
<table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Name</td>
<td valign="top">Simone Arianne Biles</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Born</td>
<td valign="top">March 14, 1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Place of Birth</td>
<td valign="top">Columbus, Ohio, United States</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Nationality</td>
<td valign="top">American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Education</td>
<td valign="top">Benfer Elementary School

University of the People</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Parents</td>
<td valign="top">Ronald Biles

Nellie Biles</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Siblings</td>
<td valign="top">Ron Biles Jr., Adam Biles, Adria Biles,

Ashley Biles Thomas, Tevin Biles</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Marital Status</td>
<td valign="top">Married</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Kids</td>
<td valign="top">-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Height</td>
<td valign="top">4'8''</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Weight</td>
<td valign="top">100 lbs</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Medal Tally</td>
<td valign="top">32</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Simone Biles

Simone Biles Net Worth 2024, Husband, and Achievements STUTTGART, GERMANY &#8211; OCTOBER 13: Simone Biles of The United States poses for photos with her multiple gold medals during day 10 of the 49th FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships at Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle on October 13, 2019 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) Simone Biles Net Worth Simone Arianne Biles is one of the most decorated American artistic gymnasts. As of 2024, her net worth is around $16 million. Apart from the cash prizes from various events and tournaments, endorsements have added a lot to the gymnast&#8217;s worth. Biles has partnered with Athleta, SK-II skincare products, Visa, United Airlines, Spieth America gymnastics equipment, Uber Eats, MasterClass and Facebook Watch, Mondelez&#8217;s Oreo brand, Core Power fitness shake Candid teeth aligners, GK Elite gymnastics apparel. Apart from medals and endorsements, Biles also invested in the real estate market. Back in 2017, Biles listed her 3711 sq. ft. childhood home in Texas at $289,000 for sale. Presently, she is overseeing the construction of her new home with beau Jonathan Owens. While not much detail has been revealed about the house, the property is said to be on a highway in Texas. Simone Biles&#8217; Family Simone Biles&#8217; family comprises her parents and biological and adoptive siblings. Simone Biles also considers her pet dogs â€“ French Bulldogs, a female and male named Lilo and Rambo â€“ a part of her little family. Biles&#8217; adoptive parents are Ronald Biles and Nellie Biles. She has her own younger sister, Adria Biles, and two elder adoptive brothers named Adam and Ron Biles Jr. Her extended family includes Ron Biles Jr.&#8217;s wife, Sammi Biles, and baby Biles, the little angel the family welcomed in November 2022. She also has two estranged biological siblings, a sister named Ashley Biles Thomas, and a brother, Tevin Biles. The siblings got separated at a young age after being adopted by different families. Early Life and Childhood Simone Biles was born to Shannon Biles on March 14, 1997. Her biological father, Kelvin Clemons, was absent from her life since the beginning. Supporting four kids while battling alcoholism and drug addiction proved hard for Shanon Biles. Because of this, the young Biles siblings ended up in foster care for years. Biles was just three years old when she was separated from her biological mother and put into foster care. However, three years later, the Biles siblings were adopted by their maternal grandfather Ron Biles. Simone Biles&#8217; biological mother was prohibited from contacting the gymnast after the adoption. Simone was six when Ron and his wife, Nellie, adopted the Biles siblings. But soon it became difficult for the couple to take care of six young kids (2 biological and four adopted.) Eventually, Simone Biles&#8217; two elder biological siblings, Ashley and Tevin, were adopted by their grand aunt, Harriet. Ron and Nellie were able to provide a safe and permanent home to little Simone and Adria. The healthy environment helped the young girls to focus on their education and explore their interests. This was also how Simone Biles found her way to gymnastics. Biles was just 6 when she saw teenage gymnasts practicing in the gymnasium during a daycare field trip. Engrossed in her observations, she started imitating the moves of the teenagers. The coaches noticed this at the gym and wrote a letter addressed to Biles&#8217; parents suggesting enrolling her in a training center. Considering that, the couple enrolled Biles in Bannon&#8217;s Gymnastix Center, which in turn became her first step towards her decorated gymnastics career. Simone Biles&#8217; NFL husband Jonathan Owens Simone Biles is married to the NFL safety, Jonathan Owens. The two first crossed paths during the Houston Texans&#8217; game in 2019. However, they officially met through Raya, a dating app, during the pandemic in March 2020. Reportedly, it took just about a month for the NFL player to fall for the gymnast. They made their relationship Instagram official in August 2020. After dating for nearly two years, Jonathan Owens popped the big question in February 2022. HOUSTON, TEXAS &#8211; OCTOBER 28: Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens pose on the field prior to Game One of the 2022 World Series between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on October 28, 2022 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) Then in April 2023, the couple got married in an intimate courthouse wedding ceremony in Houston, Texas. Following this, the pair once again exchanged vows in an opulent destination wedding in Cabo San Lucas, in the presence of their friends, families, and close-knit acquaintances. Recently, Owens faced criticism when he admitted that he did not know well who Simone Biles was when they matched on the dating app Raya. Biles&#8217; fans were disheartened to know that Owens hadn&#8217;t heard of Biles even after her 2016 Olympic run. Simone Biles&#8217; Records and Achievements Throughout Simone Biles&#8217;s decorated gymnastics career, she has won numerous accolades. She has 7 Olympic medals â€“ four gold, one silver, two bronze. Her recent comeback at the 2023 Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Antwerp, Belgium, added a lot more medals to her bag. She has won 30 World Championship medals â€“ 23 gold, four silver, and three bronze â€“ making her the most decorated gymnast in World Championships history. Olympics achievements: Team event- Gold medal (2016 Rio Olympics) All-around- Gold medal (2016 Rio Olympics) Vault- Gold medal (2016 Rio Olympics) Floor exercise- Gold medal (2016 Rio Olympics) Team events- Silver medal (2020 Tokyo Olympics) Balance beam- Bronze medal (2016 Rio Olympics) Balance beam- Bronze medal (2020 Tokyo Olympics) Simone Biles&#8217; gymnastics comeback and Paris Olympics 2024 The 7X Olympic medalist took a break from competitive tournaments to focus on her mental health. During the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, she experienced the phenomenon known as &#8220;the twisties,&#8221; in the wake of which she withdrew from the event. The case of &#8216;twisties&#8217; occurs when a gymnast loses control of their body while performing twists in the air. This incident prompted Biles to become one of the first athletes to discuss mental health and prioritize it over competition openly. Biles is now all set to compete at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The 26-year-old made it big at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships in August winning her eighth all-around title. She also set a record for most international gymnastics medals by winning her sixth all-around title at the world championships in Belgium in October. Her comeback is a testament that she has prepared hard to pick up from where she left off in Tokyo. Overcoming the twisties, this comeback marked a crucial milestone in her journey toward the upcoming Olympic games. She continues to prioritize her mental well-being and is undergoing therapy to strengthen her mental approach to her craft. Throughout her journey, Jonathan Owens has been a supportive partner, standing by her side through thick and thin. Simone Biles&#8217; Physical Regime During the prime season, Simone Biles trains for 42 hours per week. These 42 hours are divided into seven hours per day, six days a week. Simone Biles takes an off from her training on Sunday. Of the six training days, Biles trains twice a day for four days, including Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. She trains just once a day on Thursday and Saturday. Her morning training sessions start at 9 am and end at noon. Whereas, the time for the afternoon session is from 3 to 6 pm. Her routine includes running and stretching every part of the body. The stretching is done before and after the practice to warm up and cool down consecutively to help the muscles. For her competitions, Biles uses the cross-training method which includes running, swimming, and biking. Her routines comprise exercises like superman and hollow holds, regular and single-leg V-ups, scissors, and pulses for abs. The full-body workout includes the plie squats, superman lifts, boat holds, hip raises, and glute kickbacks. The bodyweight workout includes bear planks with butt kicks, crab reaches, wall walks, push-ups to plank jack knives and pike presses. Here is a summary of how long she does the various regimes. Swimming on Day 1-: 1 mile Biking on Day 2-: 10 miles Intense abs routine on Day 3-: 11 rounds Full body on Day 4-: 30 minutes Bodyweight workout on Day 5-: 30 seconds of each exercise for 3 rounds Running on Day 6-: 3.1 Miles Rest on Day 7 During the US Classic in 2013, Simone Biles introduced the floor exercise skill, which was a double layout with a half twist at the podium training. As Biles successfully performed it at the 2013 World Championships, the skill was ultimately named after her. How to contact Simone Biles? Instagram Facebook Twitter Official Website  Name Simone Arianne Biles  Born March 14, 1997  Place of Birth Columbus, Ohio, United States  Nationality American  Education Benfer Elementary School University of the People  Parents Ronald Biles Nellie Biles  Siblings Ron Biles Jr., Adam Biles, Adria Biles, Ashley Biles Thomas, Tevin Biles  Marital Status Married  Kids &#8211;  Height 4&#8217;8&#8221;  Weight 100 lbs  Medal Tally 32

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