Naomi Osaka's First Round Win at Wimbledon "Feels Like a Dream"

Naomi Osaka defeated Diane Parry to pick up her first win at Wimbledon in six years.

Naomi Osaka won her first match at Wimbledon since 2018. / Susan Mullane-USA TODAY Sports

Regardless of how the next few weeks go, Naomi Osaka's comeback is already underway. On Monday, Osaka defeated Diane Perry in three sets in the first round of Wimbledon.

Osaka won the first and third sets, going 6-1, 1-6, and 6-4. It was Osaka's first appearance at Wimbledon since 2019, and her first win at the iconic Grand Slam since 2018.

Trademark Naomi Osaka power 👊

For the first time since 2019, Naomi Osaka returns to Wimbledon, with a win ❤️#Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/tmW9DRCIWB

— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 1, 2024

After the match, the four-time Grand Slam singles champion did not hide her emotions. Even better, the fans at All England Club had her back.

Osaka spoke from center court, "It feels like a dream. I know I haven’t played here many times. I’m so grateful you guys came and cheered. I hope the match was really fun for everyone to watch."

"It feels like a dream"

So good to have you back Naomi, and wishing your daughter a very happy birthday for tomorrow 🥰#Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/0JgQ5DWcSt

— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 1, 2024

She continued, "I’m really excited to be here. It’s funny because Wimbledon was the first tournament I watched since pregnancy. My daughter is turning one tomorrow. I’m really glad to be here."

Osaka will face the winner of Emma Navarro and Qiang Wang on Wednesday, July 2. Tennis fans can follow Sports Illustrated's Serve on SI for all the most important news from the sport.

Further Reading: Frances Tiafoe came from two sets down to defeat Matteo Arnaldi in first round at Wimbledon.