Naomi Osaka Opens Up on Motherhood, Documentary, US Open

"The Second Set" Documentary Insights

• 💡 Naomi Osaka's new documentary, "The Second Set", offers an inside look at her life as a new mom with her daughter, Shai.
• 🎯 A primary motivation for the documentary was to share the story of motherhood and create a time capsule for her daughter to watch later.
• 🔑 Osaka's return to tennis is now driven by her daughter, Shai, wanting her to understand the importance of tennis in her life.

Redefining Her Return to Tennis

• 💬 Osaka emphasizes that her return to tennis is "not a comeback", as she feels like a completely different person on a new path.
• 🌱 She believes she is now more mature and hopes to be a better speaker, having grown beyond her previous self.

Training and US Open Preparation

• ⚡ Despite giving birth, Osaka began training a week later, which she didn't perceive as fast due to her lifelong dedication to working out.
• 📈 Her tennis is currently clicking closer to her desired level, and past struggles have mentally prepared her for this journey.
• 🏆 Osaka is excited for the US Open, which she considers her favorite tournament.

US Open Details and Future Plans

• 👗 She is looking forward to showcasing her US Open outfits, anticipating them to be "really good" this year.
• 🎾 Osaka will also be participating in a new mixed doubles format with a player she admired as a child.
• 👨‍👩‍👧 She hopes her daughter, Shai, will attend her first tennis match at the US Open.