Osaka Responds to Ostapenko Amid US Open Tensions
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Naomi Osaka condemned Jelena Ostapenko's racially charged comments during the US Open, emphasizing the inappropriateness of such remarks towards a Black player in a predominantly white sport. The incident sparked widespread discussion, with Ostapenko denying racism and other players like Aryna Sabalenka commenting on Ostapenko's behavior. Townsend, the recipient of the comments, expressed pride in handling the situation and highlighted the support she received online and from fellow players.
- ‘One of the worst things you can say to a black tennis player’: Osaka hits back at Ostapenko The Guardian
- U.S. Open Day 5 recap: Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko return to contrasting fortunes - The Athletic The New York Times
- Naomi Osaka Reacts to Jelena Ostapenko’s Comments to Taylor Townsend People.com
- Why the absence of a common act of tennis sportsmanship led to heated on-court argument at the US Open CNN
- Townsend on Open rift: Proud of how I handled it ESPN
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