An emotional and powerful moment for Naomi Osaka and Serena Williams at the US Open podium. Serena Williams defended Naomi Osaka, the first Japanese woman to win a Grand Slam singles event, after a controversial game penalty at the U.S. Open. pic.twitter.com/kDAWt6i1wW — AJ+ (@ajplus) September 8, 2018“She played well and this is her first Grand Slam,” Williams told the crowd. Since it was my first Grand Slam final, I didn’t want to get overwhelmed.” It was Osaka’s first time in a Grand Slam final. The chair’s ego in this situation not only penalized Serena Williams but also deprived Naomi Osaka of the spotlight (and smile) she deserved.

Source: Huffington Post September 09, 2018 04:41 UTC