Posted on 09/10/2018 6:03:48 PM PDT by CondoleezzaProtege
Tennis star Naomi Osaka, 20, kept a reporter in check after throwing her a question that neglected her Haitian roots.
Upon winning the third round of the Australian Open against Ashleigh Barty (6-4, 6-2) on Jan. 20, Osaka spoke to a male reporter who wanted to know what her victory as a “very proud” Japanese means for her people.
Reporter: You moved to New York when you were two years old and lived in the United States for a long time, but you’re very proudly Japanese, obviously. What will this victory mean for the people back home, for both sets of fans who will be watching this for you?”
Osaka: Actually, I live in FL now. But, I mean, of course I’m very honored to be playing for Japan. But my dad’s side is Haitian, so represent. But um, yeah. I forget the rest of your question. Sorry!”
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Oh, gosh I didn’t know that. She is the one claiming Japanese heritage and then complains when someone asks about it.
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