Naomi Osaka retires from Auckland final in injury scare ahead of Australian Open

Former world number one Naomi Osaka was tearful after suffering an injury scare just a week before the start of the Australian Open.

Osaka retired from the ASB Classic final in Auckland due to an abdominal injury.

The four-time Grand Slam champion won the first set against Clara Tauson 6-4 before taking an immediate medical time-out that would signal the end of the match.

Due to injury, Osaka has retired from the match. Clara Tauson is the champion with a final score of 4-6.

We wish you a speedy recovery, Naomi