Osaka into quarters, Swiatek cruises

FE Team | Published: March 29, 2022 22:12:09

MELBOURNE: Naomi Osaka of Japan serves during the singles match against Maryna Zanevska of Belgium at Summer Set tennis tournament ahead of the Australian Open here on Thursday — AP

MIAMI, Mar 29 (AFP): Naomi Osaka will face American Danielle Collins for a place in the semi-finals of the Miami Open after the Japanese star beat Alison Riske 6-3, 6,4 on Monday.
Osaka has responded strongly in Florida, advancing to the quarter-finals after leaving Indian Wells in tears earlier this month after being heckled by a fan.
The four-time Grand Slam champion, who received a walkover in the previous round, is yet to drop a set and remains one of the favorites to land the title.
"I am definitely happy," Osaka said afterwards during a courtside interview.
"Last year I got to the quarters in Miami after winning in Australia and I am winning matches here this year too but I feel more grateful - this is one of the funnest times of my life."