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Osaka's Comeback Ends in Thrilling Madrid Open Upset

4/24/2025

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Naomi Osaka faced a tough battle in her return to the court, falling to Lucia Bronzetti in a gripping first-round match at the Madrid Open, with scores of 6-4, 2-6, 6-4. After nearly a month away from competition, Osaka, ranked 55th and unseeded, fought valiantly but ultimately watched Bronzetti advance to challenge fifth-seeded Madison Keys.

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Naomi Osaka faced a tough battle in her return to the court, falling to Lucia Bronzetti in a gripping first-round match at the Madrid Open, with scores of 6-4, 2-6, 6-4. After nearly a month away from competition, Osaka, ranked 55th and unseeded, fought valiantly but ultimately watched Bronzetti advance to challenge fifth-seeded Madison Keys.