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Naomi Osaka out of Wimbledon, but teams up with Nick Kyrgios in new venture
Shock withdrawal as Tennis star Naomi Osaka pulls out of Wimbledon with an Achilles injury
The Japanese star has confirmed she will not be competing in the iconic grasscourt tournament.
The 24-year-old has now been placed on the withdrawal list, which will see her out of the event that is scheduled to begin on June 27.
It’s been a rough few years for the four-time grand slam champion, after citing an ankle injury in May which forced her out of the French Open.
Previously, Osaka also took a break from the game to focus on her mental wellbeing.
“After the storm comes the calm.”
“I feel like life keeps dealing cards and you’re never gonna be used to them. But it’s how you adapt to uncomfortable situations that really says stuff about your character.
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New business venture
While Osaka’s future on the court might be on hold, she is steaming ahead with her newest business venture.
She has launched a sports agency called ‘Evolve’ with her long-time agent Stuart Duguid. They want the agency to be “focused on brand partnerships, investing, creating athlete-owned businesses and philanthropy”.
Now, Australian tennis icon Nick Kyrgios has just confirmed he will be signing up as the first athlete. Let’s just say he’s pretty happy with the announcement.
“When I learned that Stuart and Naomi were starting an agency focused on supporting athletes like me, it made complete sense to join,
I have consistently tried to do things differently throughout my career and bring my entire personality to the game of tennis.
I’m excited to work with Stuart and Naomi and continue building on what we’ve started and push the game of tennis forward.”
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Duguid and Osaka believe that Kyrgios embodies what ‘Evolve’ is about. Many people have been speculating that Kyrgios and Osaka would team up, and now it’s official.
“EVOLVE is a unique place for a small number of generational athletes who can transcend their sport and influence broader culture — Nick is most definitely in that category.
“Love or hate him, you definitely can’t keep your eyes off him. If you go to any junior tennis tournament, you will see Nick’s influence.
“For Gen Z and younger, he is absolutely the icon.”
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Japan’s PM Takaichi courts Trump with trade offers
Japan’s new PM Takaichi to offer pickups and soybeans to Trump amid trade talks next week
Japan’s new PM Takaichi to offer pickups and soybeans to Trump amid trade talks next week
– Japan’s PM Sanae Takaichi will negotiate with Trump on pickups, soybeans, and natural gas next week.
– Takaichi won’t commit to new defence spending, focusing on strengthening U.S.-Japan relations and investment discussions.
The alliance with the U.S. is crucial to Japan’s foreign and security policy, according to Takaichi. A successful dialogue with Trump could strengthen her government, which operates with a parliamentary minority. Washington’s support is essential for Takaichi to advance her regional security agenda.
Diplomatic Details
Main initiatives include purchasing Ford F-150 pickup trucks, an idea suggested by Trump, and increasing U.S. soybean imports amidst declining exports to China. U.S. pickups are impractical for most Japanese consumers but may find utility in specific roles like snow plowing.
Japan plans to enhance its acquisition of U.S. liquefied natural gas, although it will not initially source from a Trump-favoured Alaskan pipeline. Investment discussions will accompany the trade talks, ensuring that Takaichi maintains commitments made by her predecessor.
In defence, Takaichi seeks to solidify ties with the U.S., with Japan housing a significant U.S. military presence. Japan’s defence strategy will undergo reviews to potentially accelerate military capabilities.
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Gold plunges 5% in biggest drop since 2013
Gold prices plummet over 5%, raising global market concerns as investors react, says Chris Weston from Pepperstone.
Gold prices plummet over 5%, raising global market concerns as investors react, says Chris Weston from Pepperstone.
Gold prices have crashed over 5% in a single day, sparking concerns across global markets and sending investors scrambling.
Chris Weston from Pepperstone breaks down the causes and implications.
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Trump and Xi set for high-stakes APEC showdown
Trump and Xi to meet at APEC, seeking to ease trade tensions and revive dialogue amid tariff threats.
Trump and Xi to meet at APEC, seeking to ease trade tensions and revive dialogue amid tariff threats.
President Trump and President Xi Jinping will meet for the first time in six years at the APEC summit, aiming to ease trade tensions and revive dialogue amid tariff threats.
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