EPISODE · Jun 23, 2021 · 8 MIN
Take a break Naomi
from Quirky Japanese Podcast · host Yuto Ito
Naomi Osaka withdrew from the French Open due to her mental health and the organisers issued $15,000 fines for her absence at press conferences. Naomi revealed her battle with "long bouts depression" she has suffered since 2018. What is the reason? Although she defended some friendly journalists, they are nuisance and their questions repetitive. Here is the link to my weekly newsletter. Enjoy! https://quirkyjapanese.substack.com
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Naomi Osaka withdrew from the French Open due to her mental health and the organisers issued $15,000 fines for her absence at press conferences. Naomi revealed her battle with "long bouts depression" she has suffered since 2018. What is the reason? Although she defended some friendly journalists, they are nuisance and their questions repetitive. Here is the link to my weekly newsletter. Enjoy! https://quirkyjapanese.substack.com
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