Naomi Osaka is currently rated the second best female tennis player in the world at the age of 23. (Game, set and scratch: Osaka grand slammed, 1/6). The focused drive and passion that has determined that success has mutated into anxiety and depression. Her withdrawal from Roland Garros is regrettable, since physical activity is often therapeutic in managing mental disorders. Let’s hope the popular Naomi generates the necessary changes to this great sport and how it manages its players mental health. Alan Sexton, North Parramatta 2Jun2021.