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Naomi Osaka's second-round victory over Sorana Cirstea at the Australian Open on Thursday was anything but easy, but it was their post-match handshake that turned the most heads.
Naomi Osaka issues apology after saying she was disrespectful to Sorana Cirstea at Australian Open during her on-court post-match interview.
The 2026 Australian Open featured some handshake drama between Naomi Osaka and Sorana Cirstea. Let's break it down.
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Her most creative look yet.
Naomi Osaka is serving eye-catching looks at the Australian Open. The world No. 17 turned heads on Tuesday, debuting a new look she told Vogue was inspired by her 2-year-old daughter Shai, whom she shares with former partner, rapper Cordae.
Naomi Osaka received a cool response from Sorana Cirstea after their second-round Australian Open match, as Cirstea was apparently upset with Osaka's efforts to pump herself up during the match.
Naomi Osaka had a bit of drama on Thursday at the Margaret Court Arena. The Japanese star shared a cold handshake with her opponent, Sorana Cirstea, who claimed Naomi was causing a hindrance during her first and second serve.
Naomi Osaka is into the Australian Open third round but the Japanese star has caused quite the stir in Melbourne so far after clashing with an opponent.