Naomi Osaka booked her spot in the fourth round of the 2026 US Open with a solid victory against Elise Mertens on Saturday night. Unfortunately, her clash against the Belgian was marred by controversies on ESPN.
Osaka needed three sets to take out the No. 23 seed, winning 6-3, 3-6, 7-5. The Japanese dazzled fans beforehand with a unique walk-on outfit as well, one that drew the eyeballs of the tennis world.
