Kei Nishikori has officially withdrawn from Wimbledon 2025, marking another setback in what had been a hopeful return to form. The 35-year-old Japanese star had already pulled out of Estoril, Rome, and Roland Garros, and was forced to retire mid-match in Geneva, raising concerns about his physical condition heading into the grass-court season.
Nishikori’s resurgence between July 2024 and February 2025 had sparked optimism among fans and pundits alike. During that stretch, he captured a Challenger title, reached his first ATP final in several years, and notched wins over top 10 and top 20 opponents. His ranking climbed back into the top 100, signaling a potential late-career revival.
However, recurring physical issues have once again derailed his momentum. The nature of his latest injury has not been disclosed, but the string of withdrawals suggests a persistent problem that may require extended recovery time. His absence from Wimbledon is particularly disappointing given his past success on grass and the excitement surrounding his return.
As the tour moves forward, Nishikori’s future remains uncertain. While his recent performances proved he still has the skill and determination to compete at the highest level, staying healthy continues to be the biggest hurdle. Fans around the world will be hoping this is just a pause rather than a final chapter in his remarkable career.
Kei Nishikori in 2025
Currently ranked no.66, Nishikori played his last match on the 21st of May when he had to retire when playing against world no.22 Karen Khachanov in the 2nd round and the scoreline was 7-5 2-5 .
This season Nishikori achieved an overall 13-10 win-loss record. Kei Nishikori’s best achievement of the current year was reaching the final in Hong Kong.