Naomi Osaka Pulls Out Of Wimbledon After Withdrawing From French Open: She’s Taking ‘Personal Time’

Naomi Osaka, the world’s No. 2 tennis player announced on Thursday that she was withdrawing from her second major tournament in a month. A statement released to ESPN by Osaka’s agent indicated that, after withdrawing from the French Open in May, she would not play Wimbledon either, which begins June 28.

Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from another tennis tournament just 11 days before it begins. On June 17th the tennis champion’s agents released a statement announcing, “Naomi won‘t be playing Wimbledon this year.” The agents cited “personal time” but insisted she will be ready for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.

Naomi Osaka will miss another Grand Slam in this calendar year, according to a statement released through a spokesperson on Thursday.The 23-year-old tennis star will not be competing at Wimbledon, and is instead choosing to focus on getting ready to compete in Tokyo for the 2021 Olympics.Here is the statement in full, per 's Jon Wetheim:“Naomi won’t be playing Wimbledon this year. She is taking some personal time with friends and family.

Gabby Douglas is sharing her support for tennis star Naomi Osaka, after she withdrew herself from the 2021 French Open tournament. In a new interview with USA Today, Douglas explained why Osaka's decision to exit the tournament made sense, saying she too struggled after the 2016 Olympic Games.«Coming from that [I focused on] really healing myself, healing my mind and my body,» Douglas shared.

Naomi Osaka is keeping her mental health a priority and it’s been revealed that she will not be playing in the upcoming Berlin WTA 5000 Tournament.

Former world number one Roger Federer, who is targeting a record 21st Grand Slam title at Wimbledon, withdrew from the French Open on Sunday, a day after winning a tough third-round match, opting to save himself for the grass-court season.

Roger Federer has announced that he, too, will be leaving the 2021 French Open.

Naomi Osaka has offered her first social media comments since her shocking withdrawal from the French Open on Monday.

Will Smith is sending a sweet message of support to Naomi Osaka after her French Open exit.The star took to Instagram on Thursday, showing his handwritten note that he wrote for the 23-year-old tennis star. Osaka has been getting a lot of support from some of her famous fans and fellow athletes after she announced earlier this week that she would not be competing in the French Open amid her struggles with depression and social anxiety.«Hey Naomi, You are Right.

Naomi Osaka is getting support from the Calm App after withdrawing from the 2021 French Open.

Venus Williams has no problem speaking her truth. On Tuesday, the 40-year-old seven-time Grand Slam singles champion went viral for a fiercely pointed response to an inquiry about how she handles the pressure from media attention.

Venus Williams is opening up about her thoughts about Naomi Osaka withdrawing from the 2021 French Open.

The stars are coming out to show major support for Naomi Osaka!

JUST IN: Serena Williams opens up on Naomi Osaka French Open withdrawalBut three-time Wimbledon winner Becker said her mental health struggles now brought into question whether she will be able to handle the high off-court demands of the sport. The German told Eurosport: "She said she couldn't cope with the pressure of facing the media after losing a tennis match.

Serena Williams showed her support for Naomi Osaka after the 23-year-old, four-time Grand Slam champion announced on May 31 that she was withdrawing from the French Open, citing her mental health. “The only thing I feel is that I feel for Naomi,” the current world #8 in tennis, 39, shared with press following her first round victory at Roland Garros, per CNN. “I feel like I wish I could give her a hug because I know what it’s like. Like I said, I’ve been in those positions.”

By Akira TomoshigeTOKYO (Reuters) -Japan joined leading figures in tennis in rallying around Naomi Osaka on Tuesday after the world number two withdrew from the French Open in a row about post-match media duties, saying she had been suffering from depression and anxiety.

© ASSOCIATED PRESS Japan's Naomi Osaka returns the ball to Romania's Patricia Maria Tig during their first round match of the French open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium Sunday, May 30, 2021 in Paris. (AP Photo/Christophe Ena) Democratic congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez extended her support to the tennis star Naomi Osaka following her decision to withdraw from the French Open due to concerns around press conferences and mental health.

Naomi Osaka shocked the sporting and Tennis world when she announced her withdrawal from French Open 2021 on Monday. The world renowned tennis player stated that she was prioritising her mental health as she was fined for not attending the mandatory press conferences.

By Akira TomoshigeTOKYO (Reuters) -Japan joined leading figures in tennis in rallying around Naomi Osaka on Tuesday after the world number two withdrew from the French Open in a row about post-match media duties, saying she had been suffering from "depression" and "anxiety".

Serena Williams has sent a message of support for Naomi Osaka after the young tennis star decided to withdraw from the 2021 French Open.