@mikesiva

Not an allergy, just uncomfortable playing on grass.

Has she specifically stated such? To the extent that the grass court season for most players consists of two events (a warm-up for Wimbledon and Wimbledon) how is her experience different from any other player? Is there some peculiarity in her playing style?

If you look at her overall record, it's noteworthy that she's only ever won eight single titles, four of which are Grand Slams. Seven of those came in a golden two and half year period from mid-2018 to early 2021. The notion that she as a 28 year-old, who turned pro back in 2012, is suddenly going to overcome some intangible issues and begin to dominate the women's game seems highly implausible.

@KTom

I don't recall anyone saying Osaka will suddenly become the best in the world again. It's difficult after the body changes that come with motherhood.

This is just about Osaka best ever result at Wimbledon. She's still got a long way to go on grass.

That said, she is one of only a handful of current players with four Grand Slam titles, so if that's all she wins, it's still been a fantastic career.

More on Osaka and Gauff vs grass:

https://defector.com/you-dont-have-to-love-grass-to-win-on-it

Gauff lost in three sets to Muchova, who will contest an all 🇨🇿 final against Noskova.

Linda Noskova will win many slams.

tek dat to the bank.

big win dis.

@Chrissy

She is lethal on grass.

Over the last two years she won 18 matches on grass which is more than any player. This year her tally is 10 out of 11 on grass. I really like her aggresive style.

@Kay

yes indeed

Sinner got the better of Zverev in the men's final ....