Naomi Osaka Reveals What Serena Williams Said After Us Open The U.S. Open winner opened up about her experience while on Ellen. During the match, br all eyes were on Williamsbr and the chair umpire. Naomi Osaka, on’Ellen’ When it was time for the trophy ceremony, the crowd erupted into boos and Williams began to comfort Osaka after she started tearing up. Naomi Osaka, on ‘Ellen’ Naomi Osaka, on ‘Ellen’ Williams has been Osaka's idol and she admitted she was “really happy she said that.