Naomi Osaka pulls out of Billie Jean King Cup finals due to back and abdomen injuries.

Naomi Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam champion, will miss the Billie Jean King Cup finals in Spain next month due to injuries to her lower back and abdomen. The 27-year-old Japanese star sustained these injuries during a match against Coco Gauff at the China Open in October. Osaka has decided to end her season early to focus on recovery, aiming for a return at the Australian Open in January 2025.