Naomi Osaka has claimed her 3rd grand slam title this afternoon. The Japanese superstar came back from as set down to win over Belarussian Azarenka (who defeated S. Williams in the semi-final) to the score of 1-6 6-3 6-3.
Osaka had won her first US open title in 2018, when she defeated Serena Williams in two sets riddled with controversy. Williams received advice from her coach (which is illegal), and nearly had a breakdown on the court when the umpire noticed the coaching, and penalized her a game.
Naomi will look to build on her success at Flushing Meadows when she heads down to Paris for the French Open later this month. The major has been delayed since June due to the ongoing pandemic.
Congratulations Naomi !