Naomi Osaka’s fine form at the Canadian Open has continued, winning her second-fastest match of her career to reach the quarter-finals.
It was the veteran Latvian who was on the receiving end of her fury, with Anastasija Sevastova being swept aside 6-0, 6-1, in a clash that didn’t even make it to the 50-minute mark.
Whilst never nice to see for the loser, it’s refreshing to see the four-time Grand Slam champion back looking so ruthless, and once again into the latter stages of an elite competition.
It seems that Naomi Osaka is suffering no hangover from her split with Patrick Mouratoglou late last month, and for that, she has new coach Tomasz Wiktorowski to thank.
Naomi Osaka reveals what it’s like working with new coach Tomasz Wiktorowski
The Polish tactician, who is most famed for his spell working with Iga Swiatek, is a wise and stern figure from the outside.
Alas, Osaka has sought to dispel one claim about him, despite having only worked with him during the ongoing Canadian Open.
And even though it remains just a trial period, regardless of what the future holds, it’s pleasing to see the Japanese tennis star back smiling and crushing her opponents with big hitting once again.
Asked about Wiktorowski, and what she likes specifically about his coaching style, she replied: “Honestly, I think for me, what’s working well is I am very confident in my fitness. I’m really comfortable just getting balls back now, and I really enjoy Tomasz. I don’t know if to say his name is ‘Thomas’ or ‘Tomasz.’ I’m so sorry.
“But I enjoy his coaching style. He’s very direct and to the point. For someone like me, who my thoughts scatter around often, it’s very helpful.”