Serena Williams’ mentor urges compassion for Naomi Osaka after post-match speech incident
Naomi Osaka's return to elite tennis reached a peak last week when she advanced to the final of the Canadian Open in Montreal. After a long absence due to mental health concerns and maternity leave, the former world No. 1 appeared rejuvenated, yet her impressive run ended in a mix of disappointment and controversy.Osaka was defeated by 18-year-old Canadian wildcard Victoria Mboko in a hard-fought three-set final. Despite the loss, the spotlight quickly shifted from her tennis to her post-match speech, which made no mention of Mboko. The omission triggered strong backlash online, with many accusing Osaka of poor sportsmanship.Serena Williams takes TikTok plunge in Niagara FallsYet Rick Macci, the renowned coach who helped shape the early careers of Venus and Serena Williams, came to her defense. Taking to social media, Macci urged fans and critics alike to reconsider their […]