Who was the first Asian woman tennis player to be ranked world number one?

Question: Who was the first Asian woman tennis player to be ranked world number one?

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Naomi Osaka.

The first Asian woman tennis player to be ranked world number one in singles is Naomi Osaka. She is a professional tennis player who represents Japan. Osaka achieved the world No. 1 ranking in the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) in January 2019, following her victory in the 2019 Australian Open. She is a multiple Grand Slam singles champion and is known for her aggressive playing style and powerful serve.