From the Harlem Renaissance of the 20s and 30s to Soul Food Sundays at Wimbledon in the 80s and 90s, Naomi Osaka and Taylor Townsend's dinner party before the French Open continues a long history of black athletes coming together.

Naomi Osaka and Taylor Townsend drew attention off the court for organizing a dinner for Black players before the French Open started

Naomi Osaka and Taylor Townsend drew attention off the court for organizing a dinner for Black players before the French Open started

Naomi Osaka and Taylor Townsend are piling up wins on the court at the French Open.

From the Harlem Renaissance of the 20s and 30s to Soul Food Sundays at Wimbledon in the 80s and 90s, Naomi Osaka and Taylor Townsend's dinner party before the French Open…