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Naomi Osaka Withdraws From French Open, Sheds Light on Protecting Mental Health in Sport

World No. 2 Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the French Open after refusing media obligations in an effort to protect her mental health. SI's Madelyn Burke says though well-intentioned, Osaka may be setting the wrong example.

Madelyn Burke

World No. 2 Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the French Open after refusing media obligations in an effort to protect her mental health. SI's Madelyn Burke says though well-intentioned, Osaka may be setting the wrong example.

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MADELYN BURKE

Madelyn Burke is the host of 'Give and Go' on SI's the Crossover, as well as a studio host and reporter covering breaking news for SI Wire.

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