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Naomi Osaka Wins US Open Round 1 Match

Updated 2026-09-01 05:10 UTC 1 source Positive

Naomi Osaka, inspired by Allen Iverson's fighting spirit, won her first round match at the 2026 US Open against Anastasia Zakharova with a score of 7-6 (6), 7-6 (3).

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Osaka channels Iverson in US Open Round 1 win

Naomi Osaka channeled Allen Iverson as part of her 2026 US Open debut Monday night as she beat Anastasia Zakharova 7-6 (6), 7-6 (3).

2026-09-01 05:58 UTC