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Episode 299d: Naomi Osaka Chooses Silence

Episode 299d: Naomi Osaka Chooses Silence

FromNo Challenges Remaining


Episode 299d: Naomi Osaka Chooses Silence

FromNo Challenges Remaining

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Length:
47 minutes
Released:
May 27, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The surprising story that has dominated the week's tennis conversation is Naomi Osaka's statement that she will not be doing press conferences at the French Open, citing "mental health."

To discuss Osaka's decision, which seems small but pulls on many different threads, Ben is joined by Tumaini Carayol of The Guardian. Where did this choice come from? Does it make sense, based on how Osaka has been treated by the press? What does it say about celebrities increasingly controlling their content? How will other players react to her decision? And more such conundrums.

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Released:
May 27, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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A podcast discussing the happenings in the wacky world of professional tennis. Hosted by Ben Rothenberg and Courtney Nguyen.