New mom Naomi Osaka playing for 'something bigger'

Tennis star aiming for grand slam glory at Australian Open

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Naomi Osaka serves during a match in the Brisbane International tennis tournament on Jan. 1. © AP

SOPHIE MAK, Nikkei staff writer

SYDNEY -- Naomi Osaka is determined to prove that her new role as a mother will only elevate her power on the tennis court.

When she competes at the Australian Open this month, she will be thinking of setting an example for her six-month-old daughter Shai. "I want Shai to know that she's capable of everything," she said.

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