Source: Essentially Sports
Naomi Osaka faced a significant setback in her Wimbledon preparations after retiring from the Bad Homburg final. The injury occurred early in the second set, forcing her to withdraw from a match that had initially shown promise for her return to form on grass. This was Osaka's first grass-court final, marking a notable achievement since her last strong performance on this surface in 2018. The injury raises concerns about her fitness ahead of Wimbledon, where she was expected to be a strong contender. Osaka's withdrawal not only impacts her immediate tournament plans but also casts uncertainty on her overall readiness for the Grand Slam event.
