Naomi Osaka Pays Tribute to Allen Iverson With US Open Fashion Statement
Naomi Osaka made a striking entrance for her first-round match at the 2026 US Open, wearing a custom outfit inspired by NBA icon Allen Iverson. The grey hooded tunic and white tulle skirt featured newspaper clippings from key moments in Osaka’s career. Beneath it was a black Nike outfit, cornrows, a headband and arm sleeves that referenced Iverson’s signature basketball style. Osaka defeated Anastasia Zakharova 7-6(6), 7-6(3) in a late-night opener to reach the second round. She will face Kateřina Siniaková next as she continues her campaign for a third US Open title. Osaka said the basketball-inspired look reflected Iverson’s influence on athletes’ freedom of expression. Iverson later reacted positively to the tribute and said he hoped to meet her.
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