Naomi Osaka expecting first child with rapper Cordae

Naomi Osaka expecting first child with rapper Cordae

NaomI Osaka announced that she is expecting her first child with longtime boyfriend and rapper Cordae.

“The past few years have been interesting to say the least, but I find that its the most challenging times in life that may be the most fun,” Osaka wrote in a statement posted to social media.

“These few months away from the sport has really given me a new love and appreciation for the game l’ve dedicated my life to. I realize that life is so short and I don’t take any moments for granted, everyday is a new blessing and adventure. I know that I have so much to look forward to in the future, one thing I’m looking forward to is for my kid to watch one of my matches and tell someone, ‘that’s my mom’ haha.

“2023 will be a year that’ll be full of lessons for me and I hope I’ll see you guys in the start of the next one cause I’II be at Aus 2024. Love you all infinitely.”

The former world No. 1 made the announcement three days after it was revealed she would miss the 2023 Australian Open, having previously won the title in 2019 and 2021.