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Naomi Osaka takes to social media to criticize racism towards Asian community

February 10, 2021 Nirmal Sawlani Naomi Osaka Players

Naomi Osaka takes to social media to criticize racism towards Asian community

Japanese top seed Naomi Osaka showed her resolute position on anti-racism by recently using Twitter to criticize those who blame COVID-19 on the Asian community.

Osaka said the racism toward the Asian people concerns her as it shows a lack of social respect.

“The fact that this issue is not very broadly covered makes me concerned. I only noticed videos and information because I was browsing through my IG feed and by some algorithm it showed up,” said Osaka on Twitter.

She said that catch phrases such as “Ching Chong” and “shrimp fried rice” that are frequently used to mimic Asian people are not pleasant banter, and that people who make such jokes are “pitiful.”

“She is really brave. I’m sure this isn’t the 1st time I’ve heard her adopt such an anti-racism position. I’ll be on her side as all the time,” said a netizen on Sina Weibo.

“I like her forthrightness and I think she has done a great job to touch on a subject that people have a propensity to ignore,” said another.

Naomi Osaka’s words were backed up by netizens on China’s social media platform – Sina Weibo. Some pointed out that an increasing number of personalities in the entertainment and sports industries are taking a position against racism toward the Asian community.

“This makes me reminiscent of the two Daniels giving money as a reward,” said a netizen on Weibo, referring to actors Daniel Wu and Daniel Dae Kim who donated a total of US$25,000 as a reward for evidence about an episode in which a 91-year-old Asian-looking man was pushed over by a disguised man in Oakland’s Chinatown district.

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“Famous celebrities such as Daniel Wu are closer to the public. If they can convey such a positive message, it could prevent such discrimination,” said another.

Osaka’s mother is Japanese and her father is Haitian. She has been active in fighting for ethnic egalitarianism and rejecting social bigotry.

Naomi Osaka is currently in Melbourne and has been top of her form at the ongoing 2021 Australian Open.

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Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka Great Leaders For Women’s Tennis

Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka Great Leaders For Women’s Tennis

Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka have been leaders during coronavirus pandemic, says Pam Shriver

Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka have used social media alongwith their interpersonal skills and in an effective way.

Tennis legend Pam Shriver is impressed by both players, saying they’ve been “great young leaders” in a time of the global pandemic and protests against racial injustice.

Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka have been “able to reach out to the world really effectively” in a period which has seen protests against racial injustice take place in the middle of a global pandemic, says tennis great Pam Shriver.

Coco Gauff used her voice to urge people to vote and speak out against racism in a heartfelt speech during a demonstration in her hometown of Delray Beach, Florida.

The 16-year-old, who shot to fame by defeating her idol Venus Williams at Wimbledon in 2019, said she was inspired by her grandmother.

Osaka honoured 7 Black Americans who lost thier lives on account of police brutality or racial profiling throughout her run at 2020 US Open, using her platform to protest against the discrimination.

What they both have in common is that they are women of colour but they do have different perspectives with a common message.

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Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka have the makings of a great leaders for women’s tennis for a long time.

Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka are both getting ready for the 2021 Australian Open while they are observing the quarantine training protocol.

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Naomi Osaka is Louis Vuitton’s Face of 2021

January 17, 2021 Nirmal Sawlani Naomi Osaka Players

Naomi Osaka is Louis Vuitton’s Face of 2021

Naomi Osaka is not only a tennis star but also a rising fashion icon.

She has been unveiled as the new face of Louis Vuitton.

The 3-time Grand Slam singles champion will feature in the French label’s spring/summer 2021 campaign as its latest brand ambassador.

“Wow this is actually crazy,” the Japanese star wrote on social media. “Honored to be @LouisVuitton newest House Ambassador. “Funny story: I first bought my mom a LV bag when I was 16 as a birthday present and it’s kinda been a tradition since. Do I call this a full circle moment? Yes.”

Louis Vuitton has officially confirmed this news amd Naomi Osaka its latest brand ambassador will be gracing the luxury fashion house’s forthcoming spring-summer 2021 campaign

The going has been good for Osaka, who had won the 2020 U.S. Open and become the topmost-earning female athlete in the world by Forbes as well as an honouree on Tatler’s Asia’s Most Fashionable List 2020.

The announcement has com at a time when campaign photos taken by Ghesquièr for his upcoming spring-summer 2021 collection have appeared on the internet, where Osaka is seen sporting her curly hair and a bright coloured dress with cerulean sleeves, as well as clutching one of the brand’s iconic monogram handbags.

“Aside from tennis, my most treasured passion is fashion; and there is no brand more iconic than Louis Vuitton,” Osaka said in a statement. “It is such an honour to work with Nicolas—he’s a designer I admire so much and we share a mutual love of Japanese culture and style. To become global brand ambassador is truly a dream come true for me.”

Osaka further expressed how excited she was in an Instagram post and recalled a deep connection to Louis Vuitton.

“Funny story: I first bought my mom a LV bag when I was 15 as a birthday present,” she said. “And it’s kinda been a tradition since. Do I call this a full circle moment? Yes.”

Ghesquière, who has been the creative director of the fashion house since 2013, also spoke about Osaka’s influence in the fashion world and beyond. “Naomi is an exceptional woman who represents her generation and is also a role model for everyone. Her career and convictions are inspiring. I am in awe of Naomi, she stays true to herself and doesn’t compromise on her values.”

All eyes will be on Naomi Osaka as she is all set for the 2021 Australian Open.

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2020 AP Female Athlete of the Year Awarded to Naomi Osaka

January 4, 2021 Nirmal Sawlani Naomi Osaka Players

2020 AP Female Athlete of the Year Awarded to Naomi Osaka – Budding colored tennis star was named the Associated Press’ 2020 Female Athlete of the Year on 3rd January 2021.

She faced tough competition as the stars she was up against were none other than WNBA Finals MVP Breanna Stewart and Vanderbilt football player and football kicker Sarah Fuller.

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James was named the AP Male Athlete of the Year.

23 year old Osaka went 16-3 during a 2020 season that saw the tournament schedule shortened by the COVID-19 pandemic. She also took home the U.S. Open title in September, her third Grand Slam win.

She also made a mark off the court, using her platform to support for social justice causes and to speak out against police violence and bigotry, which included skipping a semifinal match during the Western & Southern Open in August in protest of the Jacob Blake shooting. The contest ultimately paused all games for a day.

She also wore face masks prior to matches that highlighted the names of Black victims of violence and police violence.

In an email to the AP, Osaka spoke about using her voice in 2020:
“It was difficult to be isolated from my family for large parts of the year, but that’s nothing compared to others. It was sad to watch and read the news of people suffering from COVID-19, and the economic and social effect on so many—losing jobs, mental health. It was such a tough year for so many people. And then watching the police injustices like George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Jacob Blake (to name just a few) in the summer broke my heart. I am proud of my U.S. Open victory, but more so that I got people talking about the real issues.”

Tennis legend Billie Jean King called Naomi Osaka “a mentor not only in women’s tennis but in all of sports and a strength for change in our society.”
Osaka told the Associated Press that she just did what she believed to be right.

“To be honest, I really didn’t stop to think about what others would think of my actions,” she said. “Other people’s opinions weren’t going to stop me from doing what I know in my heart was the right thing to do. The strong voices of Colin [Kaepernick] and LeBron were certainly positive influences for me and gave me strength in my own convictions.”

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