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Naomi Osaka and Elisabetta Cocciaretto pause match to assist fan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 12:38 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Naomi Osaka and Elisabetta Cocciaretto pause match to assist fan

Summary

During the quarterfinal at the Citi Open in Washington, DC, Naomi Osaka and Elisabetta Cocciaretto halted their match due to a fan fainting in the heat. The incident occurred with Cocciaretto leading 5-4 in the first set. Both players and the chair umpire showed concern and provided immediate assistance. The match resumed afterwards, with Cocciaretto taking the first set. Osaka rallied back to win 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, advancing to the semifinals. She is set to face Alexandra Eala next.

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By the Numbers

•Match halted due to a fan collapsing in hot weather.
•Cocciaretto led 5-4 in the first set when play stopped.
•Osaka recovered to win the match 4-6, 6-4, 6-3.
•Both players showed support to the unwell fan.
•Osaka will face Alexandra Eala in the semifinals.

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12:38 PMYahoo Sports — Naomi Osaka and Opponent Halt Citi Open Match to Help Ailing Fan

What they're saying

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The scorching temperatures in Washington, DC, have become a big problem at the Citi Open. With temperatures soaring over 90°F regularly during the afternoons, the heat became too much to handle for one of the fans during the quarterfinal between Naomi Osaka and Elisabetta Cocciaretto.
— Yahoo Sports

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