Naomi Osaka says US Open win keeps Kobe Bryant’s legacy alive

Naomi Osaka kisses the US Open trophy (Seth Wenig/AP)

Having found her voice off the court, Naomi Osaka returned to the top on it with her third grand slam title.

The 22-year-old from Japan was comprehensively outplayed by Victoria Azarenka in the first set but recovered brilliantly to triumph 1-6 6-3 6-3.