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Naomi Osaka, ranked 58, reflects on a challenging 2024 season marked by injury and inconsistency after returning to tennis post-maternity. As she gears up for the ASB Classic, Osaka expresses excitement for the upcoming year and emphasizes her commitment to the sport, while also considering her future based on performance.
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World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka is set to compete for her third consecutive Australian Open title, having had a successful 2024 season with four titles, including the US Open. Meanwhile, Zheng Qinwen has withdrawn from the United Cup to focus on recovery after a demanding year.
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Stefano Vukov, coach of tennis player Elena Rybakina, is under investigation by the WTA for a potential breach of its code of conduct. Rybakina has stated that Vukov never mistreated her, but he is provisionally suspended and cannot enter player-only areas during the Australian Open.