Andy Roddick thought he was heading to the US Open for a couple of relaxed weeks of tennis, family time, and commentary. Instead, the former world No. 1 left Flushing Meadows with an unexpected bill—one he jokingly blames on Naomi Osaka.
While Osaka’s on-court performances drew plenty of attention during the 2025 tournament, it was her off-court flair that made a lasting impression in the Roddick household. The four-time Grand Slam champion turned heads with custom outfits and playful accessories, including a rotating lineup of bedazzled Labubu charms she carried during matches. Each appearance featured a different version, some even named after tennis legends.
That creativity didn’t go unnoticed by Roddick’s seven-year-old daughter, Stevie.
Speaking on the Served with Andy Roddick podcast, the former US Open champion shared the story with a laugh, admitting that Osaka’s style choices had a very real financial impact at home.
“She’s cost me,” Andy Roddick said. “I’ve gotta be honest with that backpack at the US Open. She’s cost me about $1,000 in Labubus with my daughter. Naomi Osaka had a larger impact on our family this year than she will ever realize. Yeah, just nuts.”
Roddick explained that his family spent nearly two weeks in New York during the tournament, giving Stevie plenty of chances to spot Osaka’s accessories—and decide she needed some of her own. What started as admiration quickly turned into a full-on collection, much to Roddick’s amused disbelief.
After sharing the anecdote, Roddick shifted to tennis, offering his take on Osaka’s recent form and what lies ahead. He pointed to her strong finish to 2025, including deep runs in major events, as a sign that momentum is building again.
Osaka, currently ranked No. 16, is already a two-time champion at the Australian Open, and Roddick believes a fast start in 2026 could put her firmly back in the conversation among the sport’s elite.