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2024 will see tennis stars making a comeback. The tennis world has been enthralled by Rafael Nadal‘s incredible comeback, and now that Naomi Osaka is also ready to return, the excitement has doubled. Not only is the tennis community thrilled that the Japanese player is prepared to return to the court after becoming a mother for the first time this year, but the media people are also looking forward to her return.

As the 26-year-old tennis star is getting ready for tough competition once again, a popular journalist shared his optimistic take on the most anticipated comeback. Let’s take a look at what Ben Rothenberg has to say about Osaka’s comeback.

Tennis journalist’s reaction to Naomi Osaka’s comeback

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Being a part of the tennis world, Ben Rothenberg has seen in and out of the sport. As a part of the sporting arena, he recently took to his Instagram account to share his optimistic reaction to the four-time Grand Slam Champion’s hard work as she gets ready to rule the court once again.

Apparently, the former world number one, took to her Twitter account to share a video of herself from a recent practice session. While she captioned the video “Training,” it was a positive clip from her practice as she tries to get back in shape and her tennis form after becoming a mother.

Along with that, the popular journalist shared the post and wrote a comment encouraging the Japanese tennis player. He wrote, “The Naomi Osaka comeback looks very much on track.” He appreciated that the four-time Grand Slam champion is giving her 100%, and is looking forward to making a good impression in January with her tennis return.

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Not only that, with her comeback inching closer, Martina Navratilova talked about the Japanese sensation’s possibilities that might come up with the new tennis season. Not only did she display her excitement at seeing her back on the court, but she also made a prediction about her upcoming tennis career.

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Martina Navratilova on Naomi Osaka’s comeback

While the 59-time Grand Slam champion is really looking forward to seeing the Japanese tennis player unfold her wings once again, although there is still some time in her comeback that will take place at the Brisbane International. A few days ago, in a candid interview, Navratilova predicted Osaka’s future.

She said, “I just hope that she takes it slower, rather than too fast. I’m thinking by Indian Wells, early March, she’ll be back in the mix, back to being her amazing self. She won the title there in 2018. It would be great for the sport to see her back at the top.” In addition, she explained how it won’t be easy for the 26-year-old tennis star to come back after becoming a mother.

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