Naomi Osaka criticizes influencer behavior during US Open matches

Naomi Osaka addressed the conduct of social media influencers attending the US Open following her second-round victory against Katerina Siniakova. Osaka stated that while influencers can help grow the sport, their lack of attention and noise during play disrupts competitors. The issue gained attention after her first-round match against Anastasia Zakharova, where crowd noise became a noticeable distraction. During her recent 6-2, 5-7, 6-1 win, Osaka noted that the chair umpire had to repeatedly ask the audience to remain quiet. Elsewhere at the tournament, Iga Swiatek secured a place in the third round by beating Nadia Podoroska 6-3, 6-2 in 71 minutes. Meanwhile, Felix Auger-Aliassime exited the competition following a third-round defeat.