Naomi Osaka Eyes Return to Top Competition After Miami Open Win

Naomi Osaka is eager to return to top form as she continues her comeback from maternity leave and injuries, having secured her first win since January at the Miami Open against Ukrainian qualifier Yuliia Starodubtseva. After a shaky start, Osaka rallied to win the match 3-6, 6-4, 6-3, expressing her desire to compete with the best in the sport. Despite a rocky return, including a disappointing performance at Indian Wells, she remains optimistic and focused on improvement. Osaka acknowledged her struggles and the importance of the process, stating, "I want to play with the big dogs so bad... I have to remember it's a process." She will face Liudmila Samsonova in the next round, aiming to build on her recent success.