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"Everyone is waiting" - Naomi Osaka talks Peng Shuai concern as Australian Open begins

Four-time Grand Slam-winner Naomi Osaka has appealed for more information on the condition of Peng Shuai amid the ongoing concerns regarding her safety in China.

Former doubles ace Peng became the focus of global concern in early November after she accused former Chinese vice premier Zhang Gaoli of sexual assault on social media, before the post was deleted.

The 36-year-old then went missing for around a fortnight—as Osaka said she was "in shock" at the situation—though appearances over video call since then haven't alleviated suspicions concerning her safety.

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