Tue Oct 07 03:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Cordae Reflects on Fatherhood in Heartfelt Great Wall Post Amid Osaka’s Tennis Comeback
**Beijing, China** – Rapper Cordae, ex-boyfriend of tennis star Naomi Osaka, took to Instagram to share a touching reflection on fatherhood while visiting the Great Wall of China. The post comes as Osaka navigates her return to the WTA Tour after a break to focus on motherhood.
Cordae posted a photo of himself on the iconic landmark sporting a red t-shirt emblazoned with the words “Harvard Dad.” In the caption, the Grammy-nominated artist wrote, “Speaking life into our kids. Bought this shirt a month before baby girl was born I’m this type of dad lol.” The post highlights his dedication to his daughter, Shai, despite his recent split from Osaka.
Osaka and Cordae, who began dating in 2019, welcomed Shai in July 2023. The couple announced their split on January 6, 2025, with Osaka praising Cordae as “a great person and an awesome dad” and emphasizing their commitment to co-parenting.
Osaka is currently in China competing in the Wuhan Open, where she is seeded 11th and will face Leylah Fernandez in the first round. Her Asian swing has had a rocky start, with a first-round loss at the China Open. She is hoping to regain her momentum as she balances the demands of professional tennis with motherhood.
Cordae’s post underscores the couple’s continued dedication to their daughter despite the end of their romantic relationship, demonstrating a strong co-parenting dynamic.
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