Naomi Osaka advances at US Open after straight sets victory
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 6:03 AM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Naomi Osaka secured a first-round victory at the US Open on Monday, moving past Anastasia Zakharova in straight sets. The match took place at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Ahead of the competition, Osaka gained attention for her court entrance, which involved wearing a long white skirt and a hooded gray robe adorned with newspaper clippings regarding her career. The attire was described as a reference to former NBA star Allen Iverson. This win marks the latest appearance for the two-time US Open champion as she continues tournament play in New York. The victory confirms her progression to the next round of the grand slam event.
- •Naomi Osaka defeated Anastasia Zakharova in straight sets on Monday.
- •The match was held at Arthur Ashe Stadium during the US Open.
- •Osaka wore a hooded gray robe featuring newspaper clippings.
- •The outfit served as a visual tribute to former NBA player Allen Iverson.
- 6:03 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Inspiration to many…’ Allen Iverson thanks Naomi Osaka for her ‘beautiful’ US Open tribute to him
- 8:04 PMYahoo Sports — Allen Iverson Reacts to Naomi Osaka’s Head-Turning US Open Look
- 4:36 PMYahoo Sports — Naomi Osaka channeled former NBA star Allen Iverson …
"Tennis star Naomi Osaka sported an Allen Iverson-inspired look in her opening-round match at the 2026 US Open. The basketball Hall of Famer was quick to respond, saying it was an honor to have received the tribute from Osaka. Allen Iverson said he ‘can’t wait to meet’ Osaka after seeing her tribute According to People, […] The post Allen Iverson Reacts to Naomi Osaka’s Head-Turning US Open Look appeared first on Mandatory.
"Allen Iverson felt immense pride after seeing Naomi Osaka channel his iconic braids look from his NBA days during the US Open. Osaka made headlines with her tribute to Iverson’s signature look from his days with the Philadelphia 76ers, complete with an accurately flashy robe.
"Naomi Osaka channeled former NBA star Allen Iverson …
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 6:03 AM‘Inspiration to many…’ Allen Iverson thanks Naomi Osaka for her ‘beautiful’ US Open tribute to him
Allen Iverson felt immense pride after seeing Naomi Osaka channel his iconic braids look from his NBA days during the US Open. Osaka made headlines with her tribute to Iverson’s signature look from his days with the Philadelphia 76ers, complete with an accurately flashy robe.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 8:04 PMAllen Iverson Reacts to Naomi Osaka’s Head-Turning US Open Look
Tennis star Naomi Osaka sported an Allen Iverson-inspired look in her opening-round match at the 2026 US Open. The basketball Hall of Famer was quick to respond, saying it was an honor to have received the tribute from Osaka. Allen Iverson said he ‘can’t wait to meet’ Osaka after seeing her tribute According to People, […] The post Allen Iverson Reacts to Naomi Osaka’s Head-Turning US Open Look appeared first on Mandatory.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 4:36 PMNaomi Osaka channeled former NBA star Allen Iverson …
Naomi Osaka channeled former NBA star Allen Iverson …
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