Since tennis star Naomi Osaka’s withdrawal from the French Open on 1 June after receiving fines for not attending press conferences and being faced with expulsion, attention has rightfully fallen on the media expectations and treatment of athletes, particular women of colour.

“I am not a natural public speaker and get huge waves of anxiety before I speak to the world’s media,” Osaka said in a statement, explaining that she’d been feeling “vulnerable” and “anxious” in Paris and so decided it was best to “exercise self-care” by skipping the press conferences.

Many sports figures, including Serena Williams, have spoken out in support of Osaka’s decision to protect her mental health by setting boundaries for the media.

Jessica Ennis-Hill discusses feeling "intense" pressure from the media on the How To Fail podcast