Naomi Osaka, the four-time Grand Slam champion, has completed her viral US Open Labubu collection by revealing the sixth and final member on social media this weekend. The tennis star’s collection of custom zoomorphic monster dolls gained significant attention during her run to the US Open semifinals this summer, where she showcased bedazzled keychain versions inspired by tennis legends.The former world No. 1 commissioned New York City-based artist Kerin Rose Gold of A-Morir Studio to create the sparkly Labubu dolls. Each doll was revealed after her victories at the US Open, featuring designs inspired by tennis icons like Billie Jean King, Arthur Ashe, and Andre Agassi.WATCH: Naomi Osaka shows off her sixth and final US Open LabubuAfter her three-set loss to Amanda Anisimova in the semifinals, Osaka expressed disappointment about missing the opportunity to reveal a special Labubu she had planned.“I wanted to make one of myself in last year’s outfit, and it was the green one. I would have had the bow, and I’m sick about it,” Osaka revealed through laughter. “Oh, my God, that’s, like, the worst thing. Honestly, I’m fine losing, but don’t ask me about this Labubu, man. Yeah, it would have been me.”
The unrealised design has now become reality. Osaka unveiled the green doll on Instagram, featuring the “Lolita goth”-inspired look and bow as originally planned. The reveal video was accompanied by a British voice-over discussing a “24-karat Labubu,” incorporating current trends surrounding these collectible dolls.Osaka’s Labubu collection generated substantial buzz during the US Open, matching the attention received for her impressive return to form on the court. Her tournament run marked her first Grand Slam semifinal appearance in four years.The tennis star is scheduled to continue her season at the Wuhan Open, where she will face former US Open finalist Leylah Fernandez in the first round on Tuesday. Spectators may spot the newest addition to her Labubu collection, “Naomi Glowsaka,” among her tennis equipment.
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