Osaka Brings Style and Steel for Winning Start to US Open
Osaka paired a gray hooded robe and cornrows with a shirt honoring Allen Iverson as she opened her first-round match.
- Tennis star Naomi Osaka announced she is launching a luxury accessory line during her 2026 US Open run, describing the brand as her "biggest dream" outside of tennis.
- Osaka debuted a custom Who Decides War gown at Arthur Ashe Stadium featuring sewn-in newspaper clippings of her career highlights, with stylist Law Roach serving as the "creative force" behind the design.
- The ensemble referenced NBA legend Allen Iverson, including his signature cornrows and gray sweatsuit aesthetic; Osaka called Iverson "an elite player on the court but also found a way to authentically merge culture, sports, and fashion."
- Iverson responded to the tribute on Instagram Monday, posting: "Wow, what a honor!! BIG FAN cant wait to meet you," expressing appreciation for the homage.
- Beyond her athletic career, the 28-year-old champion told Fortune she wants to "create my own thing," having found support within the tennis world to pursue her entrepreneurial passion.
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The Independent (US)Naomi Osaka channels NBA icon Iverson with bold look before progressing at US Open
Osaka wrapped up a straight sets victory over Anastasia Zakharov
Naomi Osaka's US Open look channels Allen Iverson
NEW YORK — Naomi Osaka channeled Allen Iverson as part of her US Open debut, and the former NBA superstar liked the look. Osaka made her usual fashionable entrance for her match against Anastasia Zakharova on Monday night in the first round. The two-time US Open champion emerged from the tunnel onto the court in
Osaka brings style and steel for winning start to US Open
NEW YORK, Aug 31 : Naomi Osaka unveiled another bold Grand Slam walk-on outfit at the U.S. Open on Monday before the two-time champion battled to a 7-6(6) 7-6(3) victory over unseeded Russian Anastasia Zakharova to reach the second round.Osaka has been the fashion highlight of this year's majors and entered A
At Grand Slam tournaments, all eyes are on Naomi Osaka. The tennis star also presents a spectacular outfit in New York. With this, she honors a basketball icon.
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