(NPR) Naomi Osaka Drops Out Of French Open After Dispute Over Media Appearances

Naomi Osaka Drops Out Of French Open After Dispute Over Media Appearances

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Naomi Osaka pulled out of the French Open after refusing to attend press conferences. Osaka says she suffers from depression and experiences, "huge waves of anxiety before I speak to the world's media."



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Naomi Osaka Drops Out Of French Open After Dispute Over Media Appearances

The move comes after the tennis superstar refused to attend press conferences during the tournament. Officials fined her and threatened to expel her if she didn't meet her media obligations.