Sports · 6 July 2026

Naomi Osaka defeats world number one Sabalenka at Wimbledon

Naomi Osaka progressed to the Wimbledon quarter-finals for the first time, defeating Aryna Sabalenka 6-2 7-6 (7-2) on Centre Court. Sabalenka's earliest Grand Slam exit since the 2022 French Open was marked by this defeat. Japan's Osaka will next face Karolina Muchova, the Czech 10th seed.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 July 2026 at 2:34

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