Sporting stars support Naomi Osaka as she withdraws from French Open over press conference row

Naomi Osaka, 23, has pulled out of the 2021 Wimbledon tournament, just weeks after withdrawing from the French Open. “Naomi won’t be playing Wimbledon this year,” her agent said in a June 17 statement. “She is taking some personal time with friends and family. She will be ready for the Olympics and is excited to play in front of her home fans.” The Tokyo Olympics are slated to begin on July 23.

 Serena Williams and her daughter,  Olympia Ohanian, love a matching mommy-and-me moment--but the 3-year-old’s latest recreation just might be the most adorable yet.

Serena Williams' daughter, Olympia, is already following in her mom's footsteps, and it doesn't get much cuter than this!A post shared to the 3-year-old's Instagram account (run by her parents) on Wednesday features the aspiring tennis star wearing a mini version of the now-iconic suit Serena wore to the Australian Open earlier this year.

Look out, Wimbledon, Serena Williams‘ daughter is ready to hit the court! The 23-time Grand Slam champion’s youngster, Olympia Ohanian, looked so cute in a series of photos posted to Instagram on June 9. In the snaps, the three-year-old rocked a Nike bodysuit that looked exactly like her 39-year-old mom’s 2021 Australian Open outfit. The youngster, born Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr., posed with her tiny Wilson racket in her hand during a practice on the tennis court.

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.

Even a 23-time Grand Slam champion needs to remind herself now and then how to play winning tennis.

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.

Pink is the latest celebrity to address Naomi Osaka’s pulling out of the French Open to work on her mental health.

Serena Williams needed three sets to make it past Mihaela Buzarnescu and into the third round of the French Open. Third seed Aryna Sabalenka defeated fellow Belarusian Aliaksandra Sasnovich but another top-10 seed went out with Belinda Bencic beaten by Daria Kasatkina.

Tennis star Naomi Osaka made headlines when she announced last week that she was refusing to do any press while competing in the French Open (a.k.a. Roland-Garros) in order to practice “self care” with her mental health.

Naomi Osaka announced she is withdrawing from the French Open, after refusing to attend the media conference at the grand slam, following her match on Sunday, defeating Romanian player Patrica Maria Tig.The tennis star was fined $15,000 and was warned she could face expulsion from the tournament if she refused to speak to the media.Naomi released a statement on her personal Twitter account, revealing she would take some time away from the court, so that “everyone can get back to focusing on the

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!

Sharing their support. After Naomi Osaka announced her withdrawal from the French Open, her fellow athletes and several celebrities praised her decision via social media.

Good Morning Britain's Adil Ray has appeared to take a swipe at Piers Morgan as he made a jibe about people who criticise others for saying they are experiencing mental health issues.The presenter, who previously praised his co-star Kate Garraway, was discussing tennis player Naomi Osaka withdrawing from press conferences due to the negative effect it has on her mental health.

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.”

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.

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