According to Nick Kyrgios, he will play tennis again in December at the World Tennis League tournament in Abu Dhabi. Additionally, the 29-year-old is determined to “shut people up” by winning a Grand Slam.
After winning the Australian Open doubles championship earlier that year, Kyrgios advanced to the Wimbledon final in 2022, becoming one of the most-known names in tennis in recent years.
However, since the US Open two years ago, he has not participated in a Grand Slam, and there is conjecture that he may choose to end his career.
In an interview with News Corp’s Code Sports on Monday, Kyrgios said, “I am returning because something is keeping me around the game.”
“I have advanced to the Grand Slam final, won a Grand Slam doubles title, defeated almost everyone that has been put in my path, earned money, and won numerous titles.”
However, I believe that a Grand Slam is the one goal I now have in mind. That, in my opinion, is the only thing that will ultimately silence people. That will be my main source of inspiration.
Kyrgios’ best run in the singles at Melbourne Park occurred in 2015 when he advanced to the quarterfinals before retiring after losing to Andy Murray. His next chance to compete at a Grand Slam will be at the Australian Open in January.
Additionally, Craig Tiley, the CEO of the Australian Open, stated earlier this month on Australia’s Channel Nine TV that Nick will return.
We are aware that he is working out and getting ready for the summer. He enjoys performing in Australia. We anticipate his return and are confident that he is making the necessary preparations.
With Rafael Nadal announcing his retirement last week and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic seemingly on a downward spiral after failing to win a Major in 2024, Kyrgios has also spoken out against the current tennis climate, calling it “the most open it has ever been.”
After over 500 days without participating in a professional match, Kyrgios elaborated on his reputation as a “bad boy,” saying, “I suppose I was branded that just because I was a bit outside the circle of what a normal tennis player is.”
“I don’t believe I still have that impression on the Australian public. However, I was viewed as a murderer at the beginning of my profession.
