Naomi Osaka Again Tops WTA Rankings Despite Quarterfinal Loss in Rogers Cup 2019
Japan's Naomi Osaka returned to the top spot at the WTA rankings, which were released on Monday. Despite making a quarterfinal exit from the Rogers Cup on Friday, Osaka replaced Ashleigh Barty of Australia at the top of the women's world rankings for the week of August 12, ending the Australian's eight-week reign as number one.
Beijing, August 12: Japan's Naomi Osaka returned to the top spot at the WTA rankings, which were released on Monday. Despite making a quarterfinal exit from the Rogers Cup on Friday, Osaka replaced Ashleigh Barty of Australia at the top of the women's world rankings for the week of August 12, ending the Australian's eight-week reign as number one, reports Xinhua news agency. Naomi Osaka, Serena Williams Among 13 Slam Champions to Compete in US Open Women’s Field.
Osaka held the top spot for 18 consecutive weeks since winning her second major at the Australian Open in January, after becoming the first player from Asia to set pace at the WTA rankings.
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