Naomi Osaka Ends Season Early Due to Injury

Naomi Osaka has officially withdrawn from the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open 2024 and the Billie Jean King Cup finals due to injury, marking an early end to her season. The four-time Grand Slam champion revealed she sustained a back injury and ruptured abdominal muscles during her last-16 match against Coco Gauff at the China Open. Despite her disappointment in not being able to compete, Osaka confirmed she will still attend the Hong Kong event to engage with fans. This injury has also led to her withdrawing from the Japan Open and the Pan Pacific Open. Her absence from these tournaments highlights a challenging season, particularly following her return to tennis in January after becoming a mother. Osaka's participation in the Billie Jean King Cup finals was highly anticipated as she played a pivotal role in Japan's qualification earlier this year.