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Naomi Osaka Honors Her Haitian Heritage with Powerful Gesture

Tennis Champion Wears Haitian Flag After Miami Open Win, Advocating for Haiti

Naomi Osaka proudly embraced her Haitian heritage at the Miami Open, draping the Haitian flag over her shoulders after her recent victory. The tennis star, born to a Haitian-American father and Japanese mother, has been an outspoken advocate for Haiti, highlighting her strong connection to her roots. After spotting a fan waving the Haitian flag in the stands, Osaka walked over, accepted the flag, and wore it with pride, creating a powerful moment that resonated with her fans and beyond.

This gesture comes just days after Osaka made headlines for her advocacy on X (formerly Twitter), where she questioned, “Can Haiti get their money back?”—a pointed response to recent discussions about historical reparations. By proudly flying the Haitian flag, Osaka continues to show her unwavering pride and commitment to raising awareness about Haiti.

Check out the moment below.

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