Naomi Osaka’s French Open Campaign Sees Resilient Win Against Linda Bronzetti
Paris, May 30th (BBC Sport) – Former world number one Naomi Osaka, now ranked 134th, showcased her resilience as she navigated a hard-fought three-set victory over Italy’s Linda Bronzetti in the opening round of the French Open on a gusty Court Philippe-Chatrier.
The four-time Grand Slam champion Osaka reeled off five games in a row to comfortably clinch the first set in just 27 minutes. However, the world number 67 Bronzetti grew into the match, managing to break Osaka’s serve at a crucial moment in the second set to force a decider.
“I’m embracing clay a lot more” as she continues her quest for a maiden French Open title.
Despite falling behind by a double break in the third set, the Italian competitor clawed her way back, demonstrating impressive tenacity. But Osaka ultimately regained her composure, breaking serve once more to secure the win after a two-hour battle.
The victory marks a positive step forward for the 26-year-old Japanese star, who has historically struggled on the clay courts of Roland Garros, never advancing past the last 32.
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