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Naomi Osaka def. Zakharova at US Open wearing Iverson tribute outfi

Naomi Osaka won her US Open debut 7-6(6), 7-6(3) against Zakharova, wearing an Iverson-inspired outfit.

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Naomi Osaka defeated Anastasia Zakharova 7-6(6) and 7-6(3) in her 2026 US Open debut at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York. [1] Two-time US Open champion Naomi Osaka wore a custom ensemble paying direct tribute to NBA legend Allen Iverson during her opening night match at the 2026 US Open. [2] Allen Iverson responded on social media to Osaka's tribute, writing 'Wow, what an honor! I'm a big fan and I can't wait to meet you.' [3] During the match, Naomi Osaka wore a black athletic outfit with a compression sleeve, headband, and braids that resembled the look made famous by basketball player Allen Iverson during his time with the Philadelphia 76ers. [4] Naomi Osaka wore a custom-made white skirt and grey hoodie featuring newspaper clippings and cornrow braids to honor Allen Iverson's style during his MVP season with the Philadelphia 76ers. [5] Osaka stated that Nike requested a basketball theme for her outfit, leading her to create a tribute to Allen Iverson. [6] Naomi Osaka arrived at the 2026 US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium wearing a hooded robe covered with newspaper clippings referencing her career, designed by Who Decides War and styled by Law Roach. [7] Osaka's on-court look for the match was a black Nike outfit inspired by basketball legend Allen Iverson's aesthetic, completed with cornrows. [8] Allen Iverson posted a message on his Instagram page on Monday calling himself a huge fan of Osaka and expressing his eagerness to meet her. [9]
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  1. Naomi Osaka defeated Anastasia Zakharova 7-6(6) and 7-6(3) in her 2026 US Open debut at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York. · Vanguardia
  2. Two-time US Open champion Naomi Osaka wore a custom ensemble paying direct tribute to NBA legend Allen Iverson during her opening night match at the 2026 US Open. · Hindustan Times
  3. Allen Iverson responded on social media to Osaka's tribute, writing 'Wow, what an honor! I'm a big fan and I can't wait to meet you.' · Vanguardia
  4. During the match, Naomi Osaka wore a black athletic outfit with a compression sleeve, headband, and braids that resembled the look made famous by basketball player Allen Iverson during his time with the Philadelphia 76ers. · Vanguardia
  5. Naomi Osaka wore a custom-made white skirt and grey hoodie featuring newspaper clippings and cornrow braids to honor Allen Iverson's style during his MVP season with the Philadelphia 76ers. · El Nuevo DíaPuerto Rico
  6. Osaka stated that Nike requested a basketball theme for her outfit, leading her to create a tribute to Allen Iverson. · El Nuevo DíaPuerto Rico
  7. Naomi Osaka arrived at the 2026 US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium wearing a hooded robe covered with newspaper clippings referencing her career, designed by Who Decides War and styled by Law Roach. · Hindustan Times
  8. Osaka's on-court look for the match was a black Nike outfit inspired by basketball legend Allen Iverson's aesthetic, completed with cornrows. · Hindustan Times
  9. Allen Iverson posted a message on his Instagram page on Monday calling himself a huge fan of Osaka and expressing his eagerness to meet her. · El Nuevo DíaPuerto Rico
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