Naomi Osaka praises Leylah Fernandez and Alexandra Eala ahead of DC Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 7:33 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Naomi Osaka is preparing for the Mubadala DC Open where she will compete against Leylah Fernandez and Alexandra Eala. Osaka expressed admiration for both players during a pre-tournament press conference, mentioning her competitive history with Fernandez and her respect for Eala's role as a young star. Fernandez, the defending champion, started her title defense with a 6-1, 6-4 victory over Magda Linette. Osaka is set to face Ashlyn Krueger in the second round after receiving a bye in the first round.
- •Naomi Osaka competes at the Mubadala DC Open this week.
- •Leylah Fernandez won her first match 6-1, 6-4.
- •Osaka expressed admiration for Fernandez and Eala.
- •Osaka will face Ashlyn Krueger in the second round.
- •Eala recognizes Fernandez as a formidable defending champion.
- 7:33 AMYahoo Sports — ‘I Don’t Know Much’ – Naomi Osaka Makes Feelings Known on Alexandra Eala, Leylah Fernandez at DC Open
"Naomi Osaka is set to compete against a formidable field, including Alexandra Eala and defending champion Leylah Fernandez, in pursuit of the coveted Mubadala DC Open trophy. Despite the competition, the former world No.
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