Tamaki Osaka, mother of tennis star Naomi Osaka, has garnered attention at the U.S. Open not only for her supportive presence but also for her distinctive fashion choices. During Naomi Osaka's second-round match against Katerina Siniakova on Thursday, Tamaki Osaka was seen in a tailored suit and silver tie, a look that combined professionalism with personal style. The outfit, featuring a white dress shirt and a grey jacket, was later adjusted for comfort as temperatures reached 82 degrees Fahrenheit in Flushing Meadows.
This appearance followed another notable fashion moment at a practice session last week, where Tamaki Osaka wore a striking red dress with black opera-length gloves, accessorized with oversized sunglasses and glittery Nike Air Max Plus sneakers. Her sartorial choices extended to Wimbledon earlier this year, where she donned a flowing dress, a woven sun hat, and white gloves while observing her daughter compete.
Tamaki Osaka's flair for fashion is perhaps mirrored in her daughter's own on-court statements. Earlier in the week, Naomi Osaka made headlines with a custom tulle gown adorned with newspaper clippings of her career highlights, a tribute to NBA player Allen Iverson. Osaka explained her approach to fashion, stating, "I love expressing myself through clothes. I don’t like talking that much, I tell people. I’m glad you guys appreciate it and I’ll see you in the next round." For her Thursday match, Naomi Osaka also wore a custom Thom Browne outfit.
Naomi Osaka advanced to the third round of the U.S. Open with a 6-2, 5-7, 6-1 victory over Siniakova. Her mother's stylish appearances have added a unique element to the tournament's narrative, drawing attention alongside the on-court action.