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Naomi Osaka Withdraws from ASB Classic for United Cup

11/19/2025

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Naomi Osaka (Japanese tennis player) withdraws from the ASB Classic in Auckland to compete for Japan in the United Cup from January 2–11, 2026.
She planned to start her season in Auckland, where she reached the 2025 final.
Japan will be represented by Naomi Osaka and Shintaro Mochizuki in the United Cup's mixed format.
Japan faces Britain and Greece in group play.
The Australian Open begins on January 18.

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Naomi Osaka (Japanese tennis player) withdraws from the ASB Classic in Auckland to compete for Japan in the United Cup from January 2–11, 2026.
She planned to start her season in Auckland, where she reached the 2025 final.
Japan will be represented by Naomi Osaka and Shintaro Mochizuki in the United Cup's mixed format.
Japan faces Britain and Greece in group play.
The Australian Open begins on January 18.