Naomi Osaka, the four-time Grand Slam champion, has confirmed her breakup with rapper Cordae, the father of her daughter, Shai. The tennis star addressed the split in an Instagram story, ending months of speculation about their relationship.
For some time, fans had noticed the absence of joint appearances and social media posts from the couple, fueling rumors of a separation. Osaka had even stopped mentioning Cordae in public, further sparking curiosity. Now, a year and a half after welcoming their baby girl, the couple has officially parted ways.
Osaka’s announcement came just one day after she retired midway through the ASB Classic final in New Zealand due to an abdominal injury, marking a challenging start to her 2025 season. In her Instagram story, she shared:
Hi everyone, just wanted to say that Cordae and I are no longer in a relationship. No bad blood at all, he’s a great person and an awesome dad. Honestly really glad our paths crossed because my daughter is my biggest blessing and I was able to grow a lot from our experiences together.
The news closes a significant chapter in Osaka’s life. The pair began dating in 2019 and quickly became one of the most talked-about couples in the worlds of sports and music. While their romantic relationship has ended, Osaka’s message makes it clear that their shared priority remains their daughter and the positive growth they experienced together.
Is anyone surprised by this?
CLT, I have to admit, I’m not surprised. 🙁 I’ve had a feeling for a while that they might not be together anymore.
The moment I saw who her boyfriend was I knew it was not going to work out. I feel sorry that she jeopardised her career for that man.