Naomi Osaka made headlines at the 2025 US Open by winning her first-round match against Greet Minnen 6-3, 6-4, showcasing both strong tennis and a striking fashion statement with a sparkly red Nike outfit accented by red roses in her ponytail and a matching custom Labubu figurine named “Billie Jean Bling”[1][5]. Osaka revealed that the intricate outfit, crafted with crystals and floral accessories, was specifically designed for a New York night match, adding that she had to remove the rose-adorned hairpiece before playing due to its weight[1].
After returning to the tour in 2024 following maternity leave, Osaka has steadily improved her form, making finals in both Montreal and Auckland earlier in the year, and reaching the quarterfinals in Doha and ’s-Hertogenbosch, as well as the Round of 16 at Rome and Beijing[2]. Her current WTA ranking is No. 24, and she has a singles record of 27-12 for 2025 with over $1.1 million in prize money earned this season[4].
Kim Clijsters, a former world No. 1 and Hall of Fame President, recently picked Osaka as her favorite to win the 2025 US Open, citing Osaka’s strong recent performances and her return to competitive form as a mother[6].
Osaka’s post-match interview at the US Open highlighted her excitement about the fashion-forward approach, especially the playful Labubu mascot, and her enjoyment of playing under the lights at night in New York[3]. This continues her year-long trend of bold, floral-inspired outfits at major tournaments, drawing attention and sparking conversation in both tennis and fashion circles[5].
References
- [1] Naomi Osaka breaks down ‘really elaborate’ US Open first-…
- [2] Naomi Osaka | Player Stats & More – WTA Official
- [3] Naomi Osaka On-Court Interview | 2025 US Open Round 1
- [4] Naomi Osaka Stats, News, Pictures, Bio, Videos – ESPN
- [5] Coco Gauff, Naomi Osaka—and her custom Labubu—ace …
- [6] Kim Clijsters picks Jannik Sinner, Naomi Osaka to win 2025 US …