So far, 2021 seems to be the year of criticizing Black women. U.S. gymnast Simone Biles is just the recent target. Wikipedia states Black feminist Maya Bailey created the term “misogynoir” in 2010 to address misogyny directed toward Black women in American visual and popular culture. “Misogynoir really speaks to the resentment or hate of […]
Naomi Osaka
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Naomi Osaka’s withdrawal from French Open highlights how prioritizing mental wellness goes against the rules
Tennis star Naomi Osaka stunned the sports world when she announced that she would withdraw from the French Open after she was fined for not speaking to media to protect her mental health.
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Osaka’s protest goes beyond strikes and boycott
Osaka did more than boycott and strike; rather she charged ‘genocide.’
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Naomi Osaka overpowers, shares spotlight with Coco Gauff
Naomi Osaka made light work of American sensation Coco Gauff, but more is being said about the special moment shared between the two than the on-court action.
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Naomi Osaka has arrived, wins Australian Open and No. 1 world ranking
Naomi Osaka defeated Petra Kvitova in a thrilling finals match at the Australian Open, winning back-to-back Grand Slam championships.