Naomi Osaka has made headlines both for her impressive tennis skills and her bold fashion choices, but her striking green dress at the US Open this year has sparked a new kind of controversy. After facing criticism online, Osaka didn’t hold back. “I don’t care what people say about my dress,” she fired back. “This dress represents who I am, my heritage, and my culture, and I’m proud to wear it.”

The dress, inspired by her Japanese and Haitian roots, has become more than just a fashion statement—it’s a powerful symbol of her identity, and Osaka is making it clear that no one can take that away from her.