I was really disappointed, and then I just kind of let go of my expectations. And now we’re here.“I find it kind of ironic, but I’m happy about it.”Osaka got to the final of the ASB Classic final in Auckland to begin this season and faced Tauson but had to retire due to an abdominal injury after winning the first set 6-4.

Naomi Osaka has found it tough on the Tour in recent times. Once the best player of the women’s draw, the Japanese ace has had her share of injuries and mental health issues disrupt her rhythm.

Naomi Osaka is two wins away from her first WTA Tour title in four years after she reached the Canadian Open semifinals, beating Elina Svitolina 6-2, 6-2.