Published 19:38 IST, February 23rd 2021
Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka combined net worth after investments in USA Women's Soccer
Naomi Osaka joins veteran Serena Williams as part-owner of the North Carolina Courage franchise to increase funding in the National Women's Soccer League.
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Tennis veteran Serena Williams is considered to be one of most decorated personalities in women's tennis. Having won 23 Grand Slams in women's singles tennis, she is only behind Margaret Court when it comes to most Grand Slam wins. She enjoys a massive fan following in United States and has also contributed significantly to USA's progress.
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Naomi Osaka joins Serena Williams as part-owner of North Carolina Courage
One of Serena's most significant contributions is to North Carolina Courage in National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). Rising star Naomi Osaka recently joined Williams as part-owner of franchise after she was persued by Williams and Billie Jean King. "I've been seeing this sort of ongoing thing where or athletes are investing in or sports. I always thought it was really cool. Billie Jean King texts me sometimes, so I was getting inspired from her, " explained Osaka. Osaka me this investment about a month ago.
Serena Williams net worth
Having h one of most decorated careers in women's tennis, 39-year-old is one of richest female sportswomen in world. According to Forbes' 2020 Celebrity 100, Williams' earnings stand at $36 million. Over past six years, she is believed to have invested in more than 50 startups through Serena Ventures. This portfolio is worth at least $10 million.
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Naomi Osaka net worth
Surprisingly, only sportswoman ahe of Serena Williams as per Forbes' 2020 Celebrity 100 is Naomi Osaka. Osaka's 2020 earnings are $37.4 million, making her richest sportswoman in 2020. After signing deals with Nike, Nissan, MasterCard and a dozen of or partners, she has earned more than $30 million off court. Osaka is first Japanese player to win a Grand Slam event and first Asian player to hold number one ranking in singles.
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Osaka Australian Open 2021
Naomi Osaka beat Jennifer Bry in 2021 Australian Open finals to celebrate her fourth Grand Slam title at Rod Laver Arena. Osaka beat Bry in straight sets with a 6-4, 6-3 win to clinch her second Australian Open title. As a result of this win, Osaka will now climb to No. 2 in WTA rankings. This win also helps her better her record to 14 consecutive wins in Grand Slam events and a winning streak of 21 straight matches.
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19:38 IST, February 23rd 2021