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Osaka’s U.S. Open run ends with Rybakina loss

9/8/2026

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Osaka Loses USOpen

Naomi Osaka lost to Elena Rybakina in the U.S. Open fourth round.
She entered the court wearing a fur-trimmed KidSuper cloak and a blue-red-white headband.
Law Roach, also Zendaya's stylist, coordinated Osaka's multiple designer ensembles throughout the tournament.
Osaka said leg pain hampered her play, feeling no regret or sadness.

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Rybakina Near #1

Rybakina is one win away from claiming the world No. 1 ranking.
Her victory guarantees she will overtake Aryna Sabalenka if she reaches the semifinals.
Naomi Osaka’s Achilles tendon injury flared up in the previous round, limiting her against Rybakina.
Qualifier Zheng Qinwen will meet Rybakina in the quarterfinals after defeating Iga Swiatek.
Zheng is the first qualifier since Emma Raducanu in 2021 to reach the women’s quarterfinals.

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Osaka Loses USOpen

Naomi Osaka lost to Elena Rybakina in the U.S. Open fourth round.
She entered the court wearing a fur-trimmed KidSuper cloak and a blue-red-white headband.
Law Roach, also Zendaya's stylist, coordinated Osaka's multiple designer ensembles throughout the tournament.
Osaka said leg pain hampered her play, feeling no regret or sadness.

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