06-01-2021, 04:50 PM
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#1 Goaltender
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Originally Posted by dash_pinched
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more officials, fellow players, sponsors, and athletes come around as well
https://www.cbc.ca/sports/tennis/nao...etes-1.6048384
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In a separate statement issued Tuesday to the AP via email, International Tennis Federation official Heather Bowler the sport will "review what needs to evolve" after Osaka "shone a light on mental health issues."
"It's in all our interests to ensure that we continue to provide a respectful and qualitative environment that enables all stakeholders to do their job to their best ability, without impacting their health, and for the good of the sport," Bowler wrote.
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Japanese sponsor Nissin Foods wished Osaka a quick recovery while the world's biggest athletic shoe company, Nike, lauded her for her courage in sharing her mental health experience.
"Naomi Osaka's decision reminds us all how important it is to prioritize personal health and well-being," Mastercard, one of Osaka's long list of sponsors, said in a statement.
"We support her and admire her courage to address important issues, both on and off the court."
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Skorji's thoughts echoed earlier comments from women's tennis trailblazers Martina Navratilova and Billie Jean King.
"It's incredibly brave that Naomi Osaka has revealed her truth about her struggle with depression," King wrote on social media. "Right now, the important thing is that we give her the space and time she needs. We wish her well."
Sisters Serena and Venus Williams, as well as younger American players Coco Gauff and Sloane Stephens, chimed in with messages of support as the focus shifted from Osaka's responsibilities to her well-being.
There were also messages of support from athletes in other sports.
"You shouldn't ever have to make a decision like this -- but so damn impressive taking the high road when the powers that be don't protect their own. Major respect," wrote NBA all-star Steph Curry on Twitter.
Four-time Olympic champion Mo Farah told Sky News: "I've been in that scenario where you have 40 journalists, you've got the camera right in front of you, and it's nerve-wracking, and you can only support her."
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