Nick Kyrgios, one of tennis’ most polarizing figures, has announced his intent to return to competitive tennis at the World Tennis League in Abu Dhabi this December, aiming to capture his first Grand Slam title and silence his critics once and for all. After a difficult two-year stretch with knee, foot, and wrist injuries, the Australian player has hinted at retirement multiple times but feels there’s unfinished business.
“I have beaten pretty much every person put in front of me. But now, the one thing on my target is a Grand Slam,” Kyrgios said, emphasizing his deep motivation to prove his doubters wrong. He added that achieving a Grand Slam title would be the ultimate way to quiet those who question his commitment to the sport.
Despite never winning a major, Kyrgios reached the Wimbledon final in 2022, where he lost to Novak Djokovic. Now, with Rafael Nadal retiring and Djokovic nearing the end of his career, Kyrgios believes the field is more open than ever.
However, the Australian is aware that managing his fiery temperament will be key to his success. Kyrgios has often been labeled a “bad boy” for his emotional outbursts on the court, though he now insists that he has matured. He also expressed that his home crowd in Australia has embraced him more as his career has progressed.
Australian Open chief executive Craig Tiley confirmed that Kyrgios is expected to compete in January’s Australian Open, with hopes of him making a strong impact in front of a home crowd.
For Kyrgios, his ultimate focus remains clear: winning that elusive Grand Slam to cement his legacy and quiet the voices of doubt.
Nick Kyrgios in 2024
Currently ranked no.470, Nick played his last match on the 13th of June 2023 when he lost to world no.404 Yibing Wu 7-5 6-3 in the 1st round in Stuttgart (draw).
During this season Nick owns an overall 0-1 win-loss record.
Nick Kyrgios |
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Nick Kyrgios in 2024
At the moment ranked no.470, the Australian played his last match on the 13th of June 2023 when he lost to world no.404 Yibing Wu 7-5 6-3 in the 1st round in Stuttgart (draw).
This season Nick has a 0-1 record.
Nick Kyrgios |
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