A recent Instagram post by Mari Osaka shed light on the alleged abusive behavior of her father, a message that was swiftly taken down. In the post, Mari detailed the persistent harassment faced by herself and her mother.

Unfortunately, such instances seem to be a recurring theme among parents of tennis players. Our collective hope is that Mari Osaka and her mother find themselves in a place of safety and support. It’s plausible that Mari may have shared her experience impulsively, later opting to remove the message.

As of now, Naomi Osaka has not made any public comments on the matter. It’s important to note that she doesn’t reside with Mari and her mother. However, if this is indeed a pattern of abusive behavior, one might infer that Naomi herself may have faced similar challenges with her father in the past.