Tennis champion Naomi Osaka revealed a harrowing close call with Los Angeles wildfires that threatened her Tarzana home. The 27-year-old athlete, currently competing in the Australian Open, acted swiftly to protect her daughter’s vital documents.
Tennis Star’s Home Faces Wildfire Threat
Following her first-round victory over Caroline Garcia, Osaka shared her distressing experience. “I was watching the fire map, and the fire is like three blocks from my house,” she explained. The proximity prompted immediate action.
The four-time Grand Slam champion dispatched someone to retrieve her daughter Shai’s birth certificate from her $8.6 million residence. This decision highlighted the personal impact of natural disasters on families.
LA Wildfires Impact on Local Community
The devastating Los Angeles wildfires have claimed 24 lives and destroyed numerous homes. Osaka expressed newfound appreciation for the severity of wildfire threats. “I didn’t know how devastating it could be,” she reflected.
Her message of support resonated with many affected residents. The tennis star’s experience mirrors countless others facing similar evacuation decisions.
Personal Changes Amid Professional Comeback
Meanwhile, Osaka recently announced her separation from Cordae, her daughter’s father, after six years together. She maintained a positive outlook about their relationship. “No bad blood at all. He’s a great person and an awesome dad,” she shared on Instagram.
The tennis star purchased her five-bedroom Tarzana home after selling her Beverly Hills property in 2022. She welcomed daughter Shai in summer 2023.
