If I ever say farewell, I wouldn't tell anyone, so," she said.
Visibly emotional, Williams left the news conference after the next question.After the news conference, Williams posted the following on Instagram: "Melbourne and my Australian fans- Today was not ideal outcome or performance but it happens...She now has a 3-1 career record against Williams, including when she defeated Williams in the infamous 2018 US Open final.
Visit CNN.com/sport for more news, features, and videosOsaka is the heavy favorite in the final on Saturday.