Osaka, Cirstea Clash After 'Come On' Controversy at Australian Open

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News18•22-01-2026, 18:24
Osaka, Cirstea Clash After 'Come On' Controversy at Australian Open
- •Naomi Osaka defeated Sorana Cirstea 6-3, 4-6, 6-2 in the second round of the 2026 Australian Open.
- •A frosty handshake and heated exchange occurred at the net after the match, stemming from Osaka's repeated 'come on' shouts between Cirstea's serves.
- •Cirstea, visibly upset, confronted Osaka about her perceived poor sportsmanship.
- •Osaka, initially surprised, later dismissed the incident, stating Cirstea was 'mad about a lot of come-ons'.
- •Osaka will next face Australian qualifier Maddison Inglis.
Why It Matters: Naomi Osaka and Sorana Cirstea had a tense post-match exchange over Osaka's on-court 'come on' shouts.
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