Naomi Osaka isn't the solitary ace on court; she's also a fashionista extraordinaire. Following her triumphant victory against Greet Minnen in the opening round of the US Open 2025, the tennis superstar stole the spotlight by showcasing her Labubu, a charming companion she brought to court to complement her stylish ensemble. This Pop Mart toy was a sight to behold, exuding an unparalleled glamour.
A video clip from the match, shared on August 27th on X, captured a delightful moment during Naomi's post-victory interview. She paused, lifted her duffle bag, and revealed her keychain monster adorned with dazzling red and brown jewels, clutching an equally sparkling purple tennis racket. Addressing the exuberant crowd at the Queens, New York, stadium, Naomi proudly declared, "This is my Labubu."
The 27-year-old, whose bespoke red Nike outfit seamlessly matched her accessory, then unveiled her collectible's moniker, cleverly paying homage to tennis legend Billie Jean King, who amassed 12 singles Grand Slam titles before retiring in 1983. With a grin, Naomi explained, "She's named Billie Jean Bling—not Billie Jean King, but Billie Jean Bling."
Elaborating on how she perfectly synchronized her outfits with Billie Jean Bling, Naomi described the intricate process behind her stylish attire. "The outfit is seriously cool," she shared, beaming with satisfaction. "Nike allowed me to design it, and I'm thrilled it turned out this well."
However, Billie Jean Bling isn't the only elaborate Labubu in Naomi's possession. Soon after her live TV debut of her tiny red monster, the athlete introduced her fans to another Pop Mart treasure, this time named after tennis great Arthur Ashe—the only Black man to ever clinch singles titles at Wimbledon, the US Open, and the Australian Open.
In a TikTok video posted on August 27th, Naomi, clad in a navy Nike windbreaker, held up a Labubu adorned with a kaleidoscope of blue, purple, pink, and brown gemstones, clutching a tennis racket that matched perfectly. Captioning the clip, she playfully wrote, "Allow me to introduce Arthur Flashe."
