WATCH: Osaka talks dream partner, Mario character and more

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WATCH: Osaka talks dream partner, Mario character and more

Published Mar 20, 2020

Tennis Channel's Confessional Carts are back, and they're better than ever—despite the whole tennis world shutting down until, at least, June.

Naomi Osaka was the first episode released this week, and she did not disappoint. The 22-year-old was her giggly self, pointing out "This is like between two ferns" as the cart got an upgrade and a personality. "Clyde" the Cart had pillows, plants, eyelashes, and even a voice.

Here are her answers:

Q: What's your favorite thing to do on a day off?

"Honestly probably watch Netflix at home, but I've been getting out recently because I just moved, so exploring the city. I like Venice a lot, it’s really chill, and I like riding the bike from Venice to Manhattan."

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Q: If you could play an Olympic sport besides tennis, what would it be?

"I really like watching gymnastics, but it seems so difficult and they all seem so fit. Maybe diving?"

Q: What character in Mario would you be?

Browser! Because he’s slow and powerful, like me. We're twins.

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Q: Someone you’d like to switch with for a day?

Rihanna. Because I know that she works really hard, but no one ever sees it, so I just want to see her work ethic. Rihanna can do whatever she wants.

Q: What is your most used emoji?

Probably the laughing face that’s crying.

Q: If you could choose a retired player to play doubles with, who would it be?

I would want to play with Andre Agassi. Or LI Na. LI Na just for the fun because I know she’s going to be super nice and I’m going to say sorry a lot and she’s going to be cool about it.