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Naomi Osaka denies Serena Williams a shot at record-tying 24th major title at Australian Open - CNN International
Feb 18, 2021 45 secs
The highly anticipated women's singles semifinal at Rod Laver Arena had a noticeable buzz from crowds returning to the stands for the first time after a five-day lockdown, the result of a small coronavirus outbreak in Melbourne which led the state government to impose snap Covid-19 containment measures.

Osaka won the match 6-3, 6-4 to advance to the Australian Open final for the second time.

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.

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Osaka is the heavy favorite in the final on Saturday.

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