It seems that Nick Kyrgios keeps having problems representing Australia. The Wimbledon runner-up did not want to play for his country during the last Davis Cup, opting to compete in lucrative exhibitions. Nick was meant to play in the United Cup in Sydney, but eventually, he pulled out with an injury.
The 22nd-ranked player in the world, Kyrgios, who advanced to this year’s Wimbledon final, was slated to represent Australia in the joint ATP and WTA event, which is being held in Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth and offers $15 million in prize money in addition to ranking points.
There were hints that Kyrgios would not have played in the competition after he was absent from some official pictures with Team Australia. This was the official statement.
“Nick Kyrgios has withdrawn from the United Cup due to injury. Alex de Minaur will move into the number one men’s position for Team Australia, and subsequently, Jason Kubler moves into the number two spot.”
Nick was meant to clash against Rafael Nadal and Cameron Norrie since team Spain and team Great Britain were in the same group as Australia. That will not happen.
While Kyrgios has withdrawn from the United Cup, the Australian team remains strong with @alexdeminaur moving into the No.1 men’s position, and subsequently Jason Kubler moving into the No.2 spot. pic.twitter.com/hY38rptJA9
— TennisAustralia (@TennisAustralia) December 28, 2022
Nick Kyrgios in 2022
Ranked world no.22, the Australian played his last match on the 6th of October when he defeated world no.77 Kamil Majchrzak 3-6 6-2 6-2 in the 2nd round in Tokyo (draw).
During this season, the Australian owns a composed 37-10 record. This year, Kyrgios lifted the trophy in Washington. Nick was the runner-up in Wimbledon.
He is also scheduled to play in Australian Open (Australian Open) after Adelaide. The main draw will start on the 9th of January.
Nick Kyrgios |
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