As tennis pro Naomi Osaka competes in the Australian Open, her thoughts are with the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Osaka expressed her concern during an on-court interview after her first-round win, revealing that the fires were dangerously close to her home. She took precautionary measures by having someone retrieve her daughter's birth certificate and important documents.
Osaka sent her love and support to the people of LA, acknowledging the severity of the situation. Despite the challenges of staying focused with the ongoing crisis, she managed to secure a victory in her match. The tennis star, aiming for her third Australian Open title, emphasized the emotional attachment she has to her home, especially now as a mother.
Wearing a Los Angeles Lakers jersey and hat during a news conference, Osaka shared her struggles of being away from home and not knowing the extent of the damage. She expressed gratitude that her family is safe but admitted the difficulty of not being able to protect all her cherished belongings.
Osaka mentioned that she is constantly monitoring the fire situation in LA and has concerns about returning home immediately after the tournament. She emphasized the importance of safety and hinted at prolonging her stay in Australia to ensure her well-being.
