Naomi Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam champion, secured her first title since the 2021 Australian Open by winning the L’Open 35 de Saint-Malo in France. This victory, achieved with a 6-1, 7-5 win against Kaja Juvan, is significant as it marks her inaugural title on clay and her first championship since becoming a mother in July 2023.

“Kinda ironic to win my first trophy back on the surface that I thought was my worst. That’s one of my favorite things about life though, there’s always room to grow and evolve. Thanks to everyone accompanying me on this journey, I know it’s turbulent but it’s also really fun and I’m grateful.”
— Naomi Osaka on social media

This victory comes in a WTA 125 tournament, which, while not an official WTA Tour title, serves as a notable step back into competitive tennis for Osaka, especially after her early exit in the Madrid Open just weeks earlier. Following an injury-stricken year, her coach Patrick Mouratoglou emphasized the importance of match play to regain her competitive form. Currently ranked No. 55, Osaka is poised to rise to No. 48 in the upcoming WTA Rankings update.