Naomi Osaka Reveals She’s Expecting Her First Child With Rapper, Cordae

Tennis superstar, Naomi Osaka has taken to social media to announce that she’s pregnant and expecting her first child with her boyfriend and rapper, Cordae.

Naomi Osaka Is Pregnant

The four-time grand slam champion, who made the announcement via her Twitter page on Wednesday, January 11, will miss the rest of the 2023 season.

Sharing a photo of her sonogram, Naomi penned down a message in English and Japanese in the following slides, where she reflected on her next life chapter.

She wrote, “The past few years have been interesting to say the least, but I find that its the most challenging times in life that may be the most fun.

“These few months away from the sport has really given me a new love and appreciation for the game l’ve dedicated my life to. I realize that life is so short and I don’t take any moments for granted, everyday is a new blessing and adventure. I know that I have so much to look forward to in the future, one thing I’m looking forward to is for my kid to watch one of my matches and tell someone, ‘that’s my mom’ haha.

“2023 will be a year that’ll be full of lessons for me and I hope I’ll see you guys in the start of the next one cause I’II be at Aus 2024. Love you all infinitely.”

Can’t wait to get back on the court but here’s a little life update for 2023. pic.twitter.com/GYXRnutU3I

— NaomiOsaka大坂なおみ (@naomiosaka) January 11, 2023

Naomi made the announcement three days after it was revealed that she would miss the 2023 Australian Open, having previously won the title in 2019 and 2021.

The tennis superstar who went public about her relationship with Cordae in 2019, plans to return for the Australian Open in 2024.

KanyiDaily had reported how Naomi Osaka became the new world number one in tennis after beating Czech Petra Kvitova in a dramatic final to win the Australian Open.