In exciting news, Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios and the legendary Rafael Nadal are gearing up for a comeback at the 2024 Australian Open, injecting fresh excitement into the tournament. Alongside them, other notable players are set to make their returns, rejuvenating the competition.

Tournament director Craig Tiley has confirmed the intentions of both Nadal and Kyrgios to target January comebacks for the Australian Open. Adding to this esteemed duo is the world’s second-ranked player, Carlos Alcaraz, who is poised to make a comeback following his hamstring injury in 2023.

Despite his recurring knee issue and wrist injury, Kyrgios is committed to returning to the game, driven by his love for tennis and performing in front of his home crowd. Nadal, recovering from hip surgery, is also on track for the tournament.

To ensure a smoother schedule and avoid late-night matches, an extra day of play has been added to the 2024 Australian Open. This adjustment will improve the overall experience for players and fans.

The 2024 Australian Open promises to be an exciting tournament with these high-profile returns and improvements to the schedule. Tennis enthusiasts can anticipate a memorable event in January.

Nick Kyrgios in 2023

Nick Kyrgios

0 - 1win/loss

Grass

0-1

Rank
470

High
13

29 year old

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2023 Highlights

1st

Stuttgart

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Now ranked no.470, Kyrgios played his last match on the 13^th of June when he lost to world no.101 Yibing Wu 7-5 6-3 in the 1^st round in Stuttgart (draw).

At the moment, during this season Kyrgios has managed to achieve a composed 0-1 record.

Stuttgart

Kyrgios's Record

Rafael Nadal in 2023

Rafael Nadal

12 - 7win/loss

Hard

2-1

Clay

10-6

Rank
154

High
1

38 year old

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2024 Highlights

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Bastad

QF

Brisbane

4th

Madrid

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Currently the world no.240, Nadal played his last match on the 18^th of January when he capitulated to world no.38 Mackenzie Mcdonald 6-4 6-4 7-5 in the 2^nd round of the Australian Open (draw).

Presently, during this year Rafael achieved a 1-3 match record.

Australian Open

Nadal's Record

Nick Kyrgios and Rafael Nadal clashed against each other 9 times. Their actual record is 6-3 for Nadal. Previously, the last time they competed against each other, Rafael Nadal won 7-6(0) 5-7 6-4 in the quarter in Indian Wells (BNP Paribas Open) in March 2022.

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