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, a historic first for an Asian player. Her accomplishments include seven WTA Tour-level singles titles, notably four Grand Slam titles, with two wins each at the Australian Open and the US Open. Osaka is celebrated as the first Japanese player to ever win a major singles title, marking a significant milestone in her career and for Japanese tennis.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2015: Rising Stars Invitational Champion

In 2015, Osaka reached two high-level finals and won the Rising Stars Invitational, defeating Caroline Garcia. She also reached the final of the WTA 125 Hua Hin Championships.

2018: Sascha Bajin Named WTA Coach of the Year

In 2018, Naomi Osaka won her first Premier Mandatory title and two Grand Slam singles titles with Sascha Bajin as her coach. Bajin was named the inaugural WTA Coach of the Year.

2018: US Open Victory

In 2018, Naomi Osaka won the US Open, defeating Serena Williams in the final. This victory marked her first major title, though the match was marred by controversy.

2019: Second Highest-Paid Female Athlete

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

2019: Named to Time 100

Naomi Osaka was named to the Time 100 most influential people in the world in 2019, for representing professional tennis well and being an excellent role model.

2020: Highest-Paid Female Athlete of All Time

In 2020, Naomi Osaka became the highest-paid female athlete of all time, earning $37.4 million, including $34 million in endorsements. She was the 29th highest-paid athlete overall and 8th highest-paid in endorsements alone.

2020: Second US Open Title

In 2020, Naomi Osaka won her second US Open title, defeating Victoria Azarenka in the final after coming from a set down. She skipped the French Open due to a hamstring injury.

2020: Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year

Naomi Osaka was named a 2020 Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year for her activism alongside LeBron James, Breanna Stewart, Patrick Mahomes, and Laurent Duvernay-Tardif.

2021: Second Australian Open Title

In 2021, Naomi Osaka won her second Australian Open title, defeating Jennifer Brady in the final. She became one of only three players in the Open Era to win her first four Grand Slam finals.