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Naomi Osaka splits with longtime coach ahead of return, U.S. Open

Naomi Osaka and longtime coach Wim Fissette officially split on Wednesday.

Fissette, who first started working with Osaka in 2019, made the announcement on Instagram.

“It has been a privilege to coach Naomi since 2019 and see her grow into the champion she has become,” he wrote. “She has inspired a whole new generation to fall in love with the game & to speak up for what they believe in and it’s been incredible to play a part in that journey.

“Thank you Naomi Osaka. I wish you all the best and looking forward to my next chapter.