Naomi Osaka doubles down in French Open fashion despite criticism from Laura Siegemund (Image via Getty)

Naomi Osaka is not changing her approach French OpenDespite criticism that more attention was being paid to his on-court presence than to his tennis. The Japanese star once again made a spectacular entry ahead of her second round match against Donna Vekic at Roland Garros. This time, she walked into court wearing an ivory-colored flowing train at the back of her dress. She also wore a matching warm-up jacket before removing extra layers before the game.The appearance came just days after Osaka’s first-round match, when her opponent, Germany’s Laura Siegemund, questioned how much time Osaka was allowed to spend taking off her outfit before the start of the match. Siegmund made it clear that his issue was not with the design but with how the tournament rules were implemented.Osaka is known for turning Grand Slam arrivals into fashion moments. At this year’s French Open, she first appeared in a black corset and skirt made from recycled Nike garments and later revealed a glittering gold dress, which she said reminded her of the Eiffel Tower at night. Despite the controversy surrounding her outfits, Osaka continues to attract attention and says she enjoys keeping fans guessing what she will wear next.

Naomi Osaka responds to criticism as Laura Siegmund questions French Open rules over organization change

After the first round loss, Laura Siegemond spoke to TNT Sports and explained why she was disappointed.“I’m here to play tennis, not do a fashion show,” Sigmund said. “And if other people want to do a fashion show, they should go ahead and do that. That’s perfectly fine with me.”He continued to focus on unequal treatment under tournament rules.“I find something else problematic. In our sport, in every tournament they count every second, right up until you open your water bottle. But he may get one and a half minutes to change it. I have a problem with that, because these rules just exist and that’s the way they are.”“And I also think that with a performance like this, every second has to count. That’s the only thing in terms of the rules that I don’t think is right and where, once again, the big names are treated differently.”Meanwhile, Osaka appeared relaxed about the conversation surrounding her outfit. Speaking about her gold dress she said that it reminded her of the famous Paris landmark.“When I saw the dress for the first time in real life, I felt like I looked like the Eiffel Tower at night when it was glowing,” Osaka said.“And then I actually got a little worried, because when the sun hits the dress, it reflects a lot. I was a little scared that the umpire was going to throw me off the court.”Osaka also explained why fashion remains an important part of her tournament performance.“Sometimes people say athletes or entertainers or something in show business. I feel like, for me, Grand Slam walk-ons are the only time I possibly think I’m an entertainer.”When asked if she planned a different outfit for every match, Osaka replied with a smile: “You know, I like to keep people excited. I think it’s really fun.”The former world No. 1 has built a reputation for bold fashion statements at major events, and based on her latest appearance in Paris, she’s not interested in slowing down any time soon.