Osaka said Tarantino's Kill Bill is one of her favourite movies.
The 36-year-old British tennis player announced earlier this month that he will retire after Wimbledon
A day after beating world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka, Jessica Pegula got a pre-Wimbledon reality check when defeated in the Berlin Open final.
Serena Williams will make a surprise return to singles action at Wimbledon later this month after accepting a wildcard.
Chris O'Connell, Australia's newest grass-court champion, may have to scrap past indefatigable compatriot Bernie Tomic if he's to reach Wimbledon's main draw.
Aryna Sabalenka's quest for a maiden Wimbledon title copped a setback as she was beaten in the semi-finals of the Berlin Open on grass.
Sydneysider Chris O'Connell has lifted his first grass-court title at the Nottingham Open, the perfect boost before he attempts to qualify for Wimbledon.