Japan’s Naomi Osaka broke American hearts as she soundly defeated home favourite Serena Williams. Osaka defeated the former World number 1 in straight sets in the final of the US Open. The final score read 6-2, 6-4 in the 20th seed’s favour.
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This is Osaka’s maiden Grand Slam title and Twitter was already gushing about the 20-year old
Naomi Osaka is a slam champion. I just adore her.
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It’s usually very easy for me to stay positive but what just happened during this @usopen Ladies Finals makes it very hard for me to stay positive. @serenawilliams your speech showed just how classy you are and why you are a legend! Congrats @Naomi_Osaka_ you’ll win many more🎾
@Naomi_Osaka_ Congratulations! You are a force, be proud of your performance and composure in todays WIN!!! You rock Naomi!!
#USOpen2018, Not the way we expected it to end but Osaka, you deserved it all through the game. Take a bow for your play! Carlos Ramos you did what you had to, there is no pressure of any player no matter you are Serena.
A HUGE congratulations @Naomi_Osaka_ you’ve made history tonight #UsOpen 🇯🇵
Congratulations and thanks this amazing game @Naomi_Osaka_ 👏👍👏Always keep your cool and respectful stand👍✌️
Naomi Osaka...Get use to THAT name sports fans...She’s here to STAY...Only 20...WOW