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Who Is Naomi Osaka?

8 Things You Need to Know About the US Open Sensation Naomi Osaka

If you've been following all the action going on at the 2018 US Open (there's a lot) you'll know that Naomi Osaka has been dominating the competition. The 20-year-old has been called the future of women's tennis, and we couldn't agree more. She's currently ranked number 17 in the world, and has beaten some of best tennis players like Serena Williams at the 2018 Miami Open and Maria Sharapova at the BNP Paribas Open. Before she hits the court facing off with Madison Keys in the women's singles semi-finals tonight, here are a few things you should know about the tennis sensation.

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1. She's of Japanese-Haitian Descent, and Is the First Female Semifinalist to Represent Japan at the US Open

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2. The 20-Year-Old Has a 120-mph Serve and a Powerful Forehand

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3. She Always Has a Hair Tie on Her

4. Her Workouts Are No Joke

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5. Serena Williams Is Her Idol

6. When She Isn't Playing Tennis, She's Picking Up New Skills Like Sand Surfing

7. She Can Also Box

8. She Has a Not-So-Secret Secret Instagram Account Showcasing Her Photography and Travels

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