Nick Kyrgios is set to return to the tennis courts in 2025, with Novak Djokovic playing a key role in his decision.
After participating in just one tournament over two years and a failed attempt at the Stuttgart Open in June 2023, many wondered if Kyrgios would ever play again. His ongoing struggles with wrist and knee injuries fueled these doubts.
Despite these setbacks, he announced he would compete at the 2025 Australian Open, marking his first Grand Slam appearance since an intense five-set match against Karen Khachanov at the 2022 US Open quarterfinals.
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Comeback Journey:
A critical wrist surgery was part of his recovery journey. The procedure was so complex that doctors only gave him a 15% chance of returning to professional tennis. Yet, defying those odds, he’s preparing for his comeback.
Fans are eager to see him play at the Brisbane International as he gears up for the Australian Open. Practicing with Djokovic helped Kyrgios regain confidence when he wasn’t sure about returning.
“I was hitting with Novak,” Kyrgios shared, “and when he said it doesn’t look like you’ve had surgery, it motivated me.” This encouragement from Djokovic was pivotal for Kyrgios’s journey back.
The wrist reconstruction involved drilling four holes into his hand and using string to hold things together. Post-surgery pain made even simple tasks like carrying groceries difficult.
Kyrgios knows balancing self-criticism and patience is crucial after such a long break from competition. “I’ll have to be reasonable,” he admitted. Fans might wonder if he’ll meet their high expectations or surprise them once more on court.
In this unpredictable world of sports comebacks, what do you think? Will Kyrgios shine again?
