French Open: Will Naomi Osaka’s decision not to speak to media prompt change?
Naomi Osaka says expecting players to answer questions after a defeat amounts to “kicking a person while they’re down” If anyone was going to challenge the system, it was Naomi Osaka. Her move has been applauded by athletes in tennis and beyond, as the once shy 23-year-old has again sought to use her platform to prompt discussion and push for change. Some tennis officials have been less supportive: she faces huge fines – up to $20,000 (£14,160) per news conference – for failing to carry out the media commitments that are in the Grand Slam rule book – but...
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