Serena Williams approaches finish line as US Open begins
One of the greatest careers in tennis and professional sport will approach its glittering conclusion as Serena Williams prepares for a possible farewell at the US Open, which begins on Monday.
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Serena Williams era ends and other US Open talking points
The closing Grand Slam of the season is upon us in New York and there is a lot on the line. Here’s a look at some of the main talking points at this US Open.
Naomi Osaka pays tribute to 'biggest force' Serena Williams
Serena Williams on Saturday, hailing the 23-time Grand Slam champion as the "biggest force" in tennis as she prepares to bid farewell to the sport at the US Open. Osaka, who denied Williams a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam in the stormy 2018 final in New York, said she had been left in tears by the thought of the American's retirement. The 24-year-old four-time Grand Slam winner, who is of mixed heritage with a Japanese mother and American-Haitian father, added that Williams had blazed a trail for minority players.
'I wouldn't be here without her' - Naomi Osaka praises Serena Williams impact on tennis ahead of retirement
Naomi Osaka heaped praised on Serena Williams and her impact on tennis ahead of the legend's retirement from the sport. Williams is set to withdraw from tennis following the US Open, where she will compete in the singles and doubles events. Ad Osaka grew up watching Serena Williams dominate the women's game until she became a force in tennis herself.
Osaka 'very anxious' ahead of US Open
Naomi Osaka believes the pressure she has put on herself to turn around her on-court struggles in time for the US Open has left her "very anxious" heading into the year's final Grand Slam.
Players divided over US Open coaching green light
The historic decision to allow coaching at the US Open for the first time has drawn a mixed response from players ahead of this year's tournament. Four years ago, Serena Williams erupted in fury during her US Open final defeat to Naomi Osaka after being penalised for receiving coaching from Patrick Mouratoglou. This year, however, the rule that sparked Williams' spectacular meltdown has been scrapped as part of a broader trial, meaning players can receive coaching advice from the stands.
Emma Raducanu: How the US Open draw could look for the defending champion
Emma Raducanu will begin her US Open title defence against world number 44 Alize Cornet.
Naomi Osaka headlines as Pan Pacific Open returns after Covid
Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo next month, organisers said on Friday, as the tournament returns for the first time since the pandemic. Four players currently ranked inside the top 10 will compete in the September 17-25 event, including two-time Grand Slam winner Garbine Muguruza and fellow Spaniard and world number four Paula Badosa.