Naomi Osaka’s mother Tamaki attended her daughter’s practice at the US Open, and while she quietly sat on the sidelines, she served sporty avant-garde with a strong dose of high-fashion camp and got a lot of attention on social media.
Tamaki Osaka watches daughter Naomi practice under the roof in New York. pic.twitter.com/K94EFSEbhy
— Jimmie48 Photography (@JJlovesTennis) August 27, 2026
Tamaki made an unapologetic fashion statement on Thursday at the US Open, arriving at Naomi’s practice in a short red strappy dress paired with black opera gloves. The look was anchored by oversized, tinted shield sunglasses and a bold red lip, both of which felt more suited for the front row at fashion week. She accessorized with triangular red drop earrings, while her chunky Nike x Swarovski Air Max Plus “Sunset” sneakers further heightened the theatrical effect.
After tennis photographer Jimmie48 posted a shot of Tamaki on X, internet users quickly went wild for her avant-garde aesthetic. It became instantly clear that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, perfectly context-clueing why Naomi constantly pushes fashion boundaries on the court. Here is how stunned tennis fans reacted to the iconic look:
“This is so cunt (complimentary).”
“Okay, this is fierce.”
“Now I know where Naomi got her fashion statements.”
“The apple does not fall far from the tree — and I mean that in a good, good way! Mother and daughter are fashionistas!”
“What a diva.”
“Aura runs in the family.”
Naomi Osaka practices in New York on Thursday. pic.twitter.com/kFyl3JB6LB
— Jimmie48 Photography (@JJlovesTennis) August 27, 2026
Of course, not every reaction was positive, but the overwhelming response focused on Tamaki’s confidence, bold sense of style, and the unmistakable energy she brought to the US Open.
