Osaka to skip Wimbledon but compete at Tokyo Olympics

Naomi Osaka’s agent says the four-time grand slam champion will sit out Wimbledon but compete at the Tokyo Olympics.

Stuart Duguid confirmed on Thursday that Osaka would take time out ahead of Tokyo.

Naomi Osaka opted against continuing her campaign at Roland-Garros after clashing with organisers over media appearances.Credit:AP

“[Osaka] is taking some personal time with friends and family,” he confirmed by email.

“She will be ready for the Olympics and is excited to play in front of her home fans.”

Osaka, a 23-year-old who was born in Japan, withdrew from the French Open after the first round when she clashed with grand slam organisers over her refusal to attend media conferences after matches, citing mental health concerns.

Osaka was the second big name on Thursday (local time) to confirm they were bypassing Wimbledon. Rafa Nadal also said he would skip both the grass court showpiece and Tokyo after a heavy claycourt season.

AP

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