Serena Williams wants to Hug Naomi Osaka: 'I know what it's like'

The world No. 2 withdrew from the French Open on Monday and will take time away from tennis to focus on her mental health.

Osaka's decision to quit the tournament was immediately met with showings of support from the world of sport.

"I feel for Naomi. I feel like I wish I could give her a hug, because I know what it's like," Williams said in her press conference. Williams wasn't the only player to support Osaka. Replying to the Japanese's post on Twitter, Coco Gauff, the world No. 25 and one of tennis' rising starts, said she"admired" her"vulnerability" and urged her to stay strong.

"I am so sad about Naomi Osaka. I truly hope she will be ok," the 18-time Grand Slam champion wrote on Twitter.

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