Naomi Osaka evaluates left Achilles injury following US Open exit

Naomi Osaka intends to seek medical evaluation for a persistent left Achilles tendon injury after her fourth-round loss at the US Open on Monday. The Japanese player fell to Elena Rybakina in a 6-1, 6-4 match that lasted 66 minutes. Osaka reported that the injury worsened throughout the day, hindering her ability to push off or land during points, leading her to adjust her serve speed. She received medical treatment during her third-round victory over Elise Mertens before the condition deteriorated against Rybakina. Despite the early exit, Osaka expressed satisfaction with her progression in Grand Slam tournaments this season, noting career-best results at the French Open and Wimbledon. She plans to undergo an MRI scan and intends to manage her schedule carefully through the upcoming Asian swing to address the injury.

• 11:54 PMYahoo Sports — Osaka seeks answers to nagging achilles injury after US Open exit