'I’m Literally Haitian': Naomi Osaka Responds to Criticism over Controversial Attire
Osaka said the look honored Allen Iverson and her Haitian heritage as online criticism grew after the outfit drew backlash from fans.
- 28-Year-Old Naomi Osaka drew attention at the Open with bold on-court attire, including a hooded white gown and an all-black kit honoring Allen Iverson.
- Osaka called Iverson a "trailblazer" for shifting how athletes dress, noting she looks up to his influence on style in sports and personal expression.
- While some fans criticized her focus on fashion over winning, Osaka addressed the backlash on Threads, stating she accepts being a pioneer despite the negative reception.
- She compared this reaction to her advocacy at the French Open, emphasizing that enduring criticism is "worth it" to provide an easier path for others.
- Despite a last-16 defeat to Elena Rybakina, Osaka remains optimistic about her career, stating she is learning from losses and focusing on her well-being off the court.
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'I’m literally Haitian': Naomi Osaka responds to criticism over controversial attire
28-year-old tennis star Naomi Osaka has become widely renowned for her eye-catching on-court fashion statements, which included a hooded white gown for her first-round win against Anastasia Zakharova at the US Open and an homage to former NBA star Allen Iverson. “I think he’s also someone that I look up to a lot because he’s…
Naomi Osaka ‘doesn’t give a f—‘ about US Open outfit hate, says her Haitian ‘blood’ makes her who she is
Naomi Osaka claims she doesn't care about what her critics think of her or her extravagant outfits, but she cares enough to call them out on social media.The four-time Grand Slam winner donned a number of different, very bold pre-match outfits throughout the U.S. Open, a trend she's set for many years at this point in her career. After being bounced from the tournament in the Round of 16, Osaka had clearly reached her limit of online criticism r…
Naomi Osaka defends on-court outfits after getting 'trashed' by critics
Naomi Osaka has defended her on-court outfits after getting "trashed" by critics.The 28-year-old said it is "worth it" to face backlash for her eye-catching attire, which drew heavy discussion throughout the US Open.Her first-round win against Anastasia Zakharova saw her arrive in a hooded white gown, with an all-black basketball-style kit.In her last-16 clash, Osaka wore an extravagant coat as she lost to Elena Rybakina. TRENDING Stories Videos…
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