Naomi Osaka's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Naomi Osaka. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Naomi Osaka is a prominent Japanese professional tennis player. She achieved the world No. 1 ranking in women's singles for 25 weeks, making her the first Asian player to reach this milestone. Osaka's accomplishments include winning seven WTA Tour-level singles titles, with four being major titles: two Australian Open and two US Open victories. Notably, she is the first Japanese player to ever win a major singles title.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2014: WTA Tour Debut and Upset Victory

In 2014, Naomi Osaka qualified for her first WTA Tour main draw at the Stanford Classic and upset world No. 19 Samantha Stosur in her debut match.

2018: US Open Victory

In 2018, Naomi Osaka won the US Open, defeating Serena Williams in the final. The match was controversial due to a dispute between Williams and the umpire.

2018: WTA Coach of the Year

In 2018, Sascha Bajin was named the inaugural WTA Coach of the Year after coaching Naomi Osaka.

2019: Promotion to World Group II

In 2019, Japan earned promotion to World Group II in the Fed Cup after Osaka won her opening match against Heather Watson and the team won the decisive doubles match.

2019: High Endorsement Earnings

In 2019, Naomi Osaka earned an estimated $16 million in endorsements, placing her second among female athletes behind Serena Williams.

2019: Time 100 Most Influential People

In 2019, Naomi Osaka was named to the Time 100 list of most influential people in the world for representing professional tennis well as an excellent role model and a major champion.

2020: Highest-Paid Female Athlete

In 2020, Naomi Osaka became the highest-paid female athlete of all time, earning $37.4 million, including $34 million in endorsements. She was also the 29th highest-paid athlete overall.

2020: Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year

In 2020, Naomi Osaka was named a Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year for her activism. She was also honored as one of the Time 100 most influential people in the world.

2021: Australian Open Title

In 2021, Naomi Osaka won the Australian Open, claiming her second Australian Open title and becoming one of three players in the Open Era to win her first four Grand Slam finals.