The Social Net: Osaka, Federer delight fans

In a world where it didn't really happen if it didn't make social media, fans have more access than ever to elements of their favorite players' lives. Here's what went on this week on The Social Net:

1

New Title, New Look

Fresh off her Australian Open victory, Naomi Osaka debuted a major change in hairdo, earning compliments in the comments from Usain Bolt, Jordin Sparks and more:

Osaka also made waves on Twitter by sharing this picture, of a ballgirl who looked just as happy with the triumph as the champion was:

2

Bouchard Rings in 27

It wasn't ideal birthday for Genie Bouchard, who was in quarantine ahead of the Lyon WTA 250 event. Nonetheless, she celebrated with a post on social on social media, where she received birthday wishes from Kim Clijsters, Shelby Rogers and actor Jim Parsons.

3

Countdownerer

Roger Federer delighted his fans as well, with an on-court picture reminding everyone that he'll be making his much-anticipated return to tennis at the Doha ATP 250.

The tournament will mark Federer's first match play in over a year, since the 2020 Australian Open semifinals.

That's it for this edition of The Social Net, stay tuned for more to come next week.