Naomi Osaka Returns to the 2025 US Open Semifinals After Defeating Karolina Muchova in a Fierce Duel

Liputan6.com, Jakarta World-class women's singles tennis player Naomi Osaka successfully advanced to the semifinals of the 2025 US Open after she defeated Karolina Muchova in a tightly contested quarterfinal match.

The crucial match took place on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at one of the most iconic tennis venues, Arthur Ashe Stadium, New York City.

Osaka, the 23rd seed, overcame a tough challenge from Muchova, the 11th seed, with a final score of 6-4, 7-6(3).

This positive result not only secured Naomi Osaka's place in the quarterfinals but also marked her return to the US Open semifinals for the first time since 2020.

Look who is back.Naomi Osaka has returned the US Open semifinals. pic.twitter.com/qujVkuSX1X

— US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 4, 2025

Naomi Osaka is one step closer to the US Open final! pic.twitter.com/WsEcBO17sv

— US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 4, 2025

The match between Naomi Osaka and Karolina Muchova in the quarterfinals of the 2025 US Open was high-intensity from the start.

The first set was a tight contest, with both players managing to hold their serve until the 10th game.

However, with her experience and composure, Naomi Osaka managed to secure a crucial break of serve in that game, securing the first set 6-4.

Before facing Muchova, Naomi Osaka also displayed impressive performance by defeating third seed Coco Gauff in the fourth round of the 2025 US Open.

Entering the second set, Karolina Muchova took a medical timeout due to a left thigh issue and returned to the court with a bandage.

Muchova displayed incredible fighting spirit by managed to break Naomi Osaka's serve early in the second set, ending Osaka's run of 18 consecutive service holds.

Despite falling behind twice with a break in the second set, Naomi Osaka always managed to equalize.

Osaka then led the second-set tie-break 4-1 and 6-2, before closing out the match on her second match point.

After the match, Naomi Osaka stated that the match was extremely difficult and praised Karolina Muchova as one of the best players in the world.

“It means so much. I’m surprised I’m not crying,” said Osaka, who only two years ago was watching the semifinals from the stands at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

“I was sitting up there watching and hoping I would have an opportunity to play on this court again, so my dreams are coming true … There’s been so much hard work you guys haven’t seen."

“I’m just grateful to my team. Hopefully, you guys will come and watch my next round," she said.

This victory changes the head-to-head record between Naomi Osaka and Karolina Muchova.

Prior to this 2025 US Open quarterfinal match, their head-to-head record was 2-2.

Osaka previously won their previous meeting at the 2025 Australian Open, while Muchova defeated Osaka at the 2024 US Open.

With this victory, Naomi Osaka is now preparing for her next challenge in the semifinals.

Her opponent will be Amanda Anisimova.

This match is predicted to be another exciting duel that tennis fans around the world should look forward to.