Osaka has tremendous potential, but she is not ready to be #1. The Open is only the second tournament she has ever won. And her record has been lackluster. She matches up well with Serena whom she has beaten twice.
Let’s hope she builds on this win. A very humble and refreshing athlete. It was very sad to see her almost feel ashamed that she won given the incessant booing from the fans.
“It was very sad to see her almost feel ashamed that she won given the incessant booing from the fans.”
True, but this is what I don’t get — why the near hero worship coming from the US Open fans for Serena? She has a history of whining and complaining when things dont’t go well for her. I thought Osaka showed all the class and I don’t see why fans couldn’t show her more support.