Advertisement

Updated September 1st, 2020 at 13:30 IST

Naomi Osaka wins support for wearing Breonna Taylor mask ahead of US Open 2020 match

Naomi Osaka, the highest-paid female athlete in the world, made a statement before her US Open 2020 match on Monday by wearing a Breonna Taylor mask.

Reported by: Sreehari Menon
Naomi Osaka
| Image:self
Advertisement

Tennis star Naomi Osaka has been vocal on her support of the Black Lives Matter movement and made a strong statement on the same again during her opening round of the US Open 2020. The highest-paid female athlete in the world had sensationally withdrawn from the Western & Southern Open recently as a mark of protest against the Jacob Blake shooting incident. On Monday, Osaka drew attention on the injustice against Breonna Taylor, another US black native, who was shot in March by policemen. 

Also Read: Naomi Osaka Slams NFL For Colin Kaepernick's Ousting, Demands He Should Get His Job Back

US Open 2020: Naomi Osaka backs Black Lives Matter movement in Breonna Taylor mask

Naomi Osaka made a statement of intent when she walked out to face compatriot Misaki Doi at the US Open 2020 on Monday. The former US Open winner sported a Breonna Taylor mask as he walked into the Flushing Meadows arena, continuing her protests against racial and social injustice. Breonna Taylor, an African-American woman, was shot eight times after police entered her home on a no-knock warrant during a drug search on March 13. Twitterati praised Naomi Osaka's effort in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, with many calling her an 'inspiration'. 

Also Read: Black Lives Matter Over Tennis? Naomi Osaka Amazes Netizens With US Open 2020 Warmup Withdrawal

A Twitter user tweeted in support of Naomi Osaka and claimed that Arthur Ashe, the only black man to ever win the men's Grand Slam titles at Wimbledon, Australian Open and US Open, would have been proud of her efforts. Another user wrote that the 22-year-old's stance at the US Open 2020 was a powerful statement and viewers should recognise her greatness. A Twitter user hailed Naomi Osaka for making the loudest of statements despite being one of the quietest, soft-spoken athletes out there. Another comment praised Naomi Osaka for setting an example to all the young girls growing up and wished her the best for her US Open 2020 journey. 

Speaking on her famous withdrawal from the Western & Southern Open, Noami Osaka had released a statement saying that watching the genocide of black people made her sick to her stomach. The 22-year-old said that she was exhausted by seeing a new hashtag pop up every day and is tired of having the same conversation every day. While she boycotted the W&S Open, Naomi Osaka featured in the US Open 2020 first round, beating Misaki Doi 6-2, 5-7, 6-2. 

Also Read: Black Lives Matter: Naomi Osaka Withdraws From W&S In Call For Justice; Demands Change After Jacob Blake Shooting

Also Read: US Open, Zoom Sign First-of-its-kind Partnership Deal For Virtual Fan Experiences

(Image Courtesy: Naomi Osaka Twitter)

Advertisement

Published September 1st, 2020 at 13:30 IST

Your Voice. Now Direct.

Send us your views, we’ll publish them. This section is moderated.

Advertisement
Advertisement

Trending Quicks

Mukhtar Ansari Death
a minute ago
US Federal Reserve
2 minutes ago
Team Legend
13 minutes ago
Brij Bhushan and Sanjay Singh
15 minutes ago
Mani Ratnam
16 minutes ago
Lok Sabha Elections 2024
20 minutes ago
The Surprising Benefits of Video Games Beyond Just Entertainment
20 minutes ago
Alia Bhatt
23 minutes ago
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Whatsapp logo