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Leonard Francois

Osaka once contemplated going into farming after her desire to lose every match to end her career

Osaka once contemplated going into farming after her desire to lose every match to end her career

It may have been an uncomfortable journey driven by the scourge of poverty and unbridled chutzpah, but, Leonard Francois was determined to propel his daughter, Naomi Osaka, to stardom. He wanted her to become a top tennis player through his drive. But, this came with a price Osaka would later pay. Despite her achievements, including…

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