Today on the Lucky Letcord Podcast Tennis Now's Editor Richard Pagliaro joins to talk about the stellar achievement of Naomi Osaka, who becomes the first Grand Slam champion in Japanese tennis history by defeating Serena Williams in a final that was--unfortunately--marred by controversy.

We discuss:

1. It's vitally important to start with the real star of the day -- her name is Naomi Osaka.

2. Should Carlos Ramos have been more flexible and issued a soft warning to Serena Williams.

3. Serena's complex relationship with the U.S. Open -- why?

4. What was it like being there--Richard gives the scoop.
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