Japan's Naomi Osaka won the Australian Open, making it her second Grand Slam title by beating Petra Kvitova in the final stage of the tournament, according to ALJAZEERA. Osaka, 21 years who also defeated former No.1 Serena Williams in the U.S Open in September 2018, is now the first Asian to be ranked No.1.
Also, she is the youngest player to top the rankings since Caroline Wozniacki in 2010.
Speaking after her win, she said "Huge congrats to you Petra, I have Always wanted to play you. I wouldn't have wanted this to be our first match but I am hugely honoured to have played you. Thank you, everyone and I am really honoured to have played in this final."
the Japanese Minister, Shinzo Abe took to his twitter congratulated Osaka, he said " The thrill of a hard-fought victory! Congratulations on winning the Australian Open, Naomi Osaka,
"I am very proud of the emergence of a new queen. I look forward to your continued accomplishments." Abe added.
