Far from being at 100% physically, Nick Kyrgios has returned to the circuit, basking in the spotlight at the 2025 Australian Open and realizing that perhaps all the effort required to stay active may not be worth it. This is the sentiment he revealed during a press conference after losing in doubles alongside Kokkinakis, although he is keeping the option to continue alive if his body starts to respond.
A powerful feeling of not being where he belongs seems to be taking hold in the mind and heart of Nick Kyrgios. The Australian has made a titanic effort to compete again after two years out due to serious injuries, but what he has experienced on his return to the courts has been disheartening. Severe physical discomfort, lack of rhythm, and a long road ahead of hard work for which he may not have the necessary energy. This is what he hinted at in his latest press conference at the 2025 Australian Open.
- Kyrgios gets desperate seeing that his treatments do not guarantee him playing without discomfort
"I don't know what this season holds for me. I've been out for two years, I think I'm hitting the ball well, and I'll trust the process, but it's clear that I'm far from my pre-injury level. Personally, I don't see myself playing singles after this year because everything required to stay at the top level doesn't give me the assurance, not even, of being able to play a week free of physical problems. I enjoyed returning to play on these courts," he stated.
What many didn't expect is Kyrgios leaving the door open to compete longer in doubles. "It's easier on the body, I think we could continue as a great duo, Kokkinakis and I, for years. We don't have any plans, honestly, I can't guarantee that I'll compete on these courts again. A year ago, I never thought I'd play tennis again, so the mere fact of having competed this week is very positive and means a lot to me," concluded Nick Kyrgios.
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