Nick Kyrgios has been away from the ATP tour for quite some time. His injuries have forced him to watch the game from the sidelines. He has spoken about his mental health struggles this season and has reflected upon his off-court troubles. His biggest supporter has been his mother, as she was the one who introduced him to the game and still helps him stay grounded and focused.
Kyrgios shared how his mother’s influence helped him in court. During his “On Purpose with Jay Shetty” appearance, Kyrgios said he was overweight and hated playing tennis in childhood. But his mother forced him to be on the local tennis courts. After spending a few weeks on the court with a coach, Kyrgios picked up the game and developed a passion for it.
The Australian player has trouble with consistency, but last season, he proved he could win the big titles. Kyrgios reached the Wimbledon final and won the Australian Open doubles title. His mother’s persistence also helped him beat Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, and Rafael Nadal. Kyrgios hopes to return to the tour as soon as possible in the next season.
Nick Kyrgios is sure about not having regrets as a tennis player
Kyrgios has dramatically impacted the ATP tour, even though he has spent less time on the court. Compared to his peers, he has made a name for himself with his groundstrokes and powerful serves. The former world No.13 has clarified his intentions about being a professional player. Kyrgios had talked about retiring early from the game, as it has affected his physical and mental well-being.
The 28-year-old posted on X, saying that he would not compare himself to the next generation of players in the coming years. Kyrgios mentioned that it was about having an ego. He assured his fans that down the line, he would not talk about competing with the youngsters and defeating them. Kyrgios is now focused on healing and competing in the game for a few more years.
One thing is for sure I’m not gonna be sitting here in 20-30 years time, claiming that I could compete and compare to the new kids on the block. It’s definitely an ego thing….
— Nicholas Kyrgios (@NickKyrgios) December 13, 2023
There have not been any whereabouts regarding Kyrgios’s return. It will be difficult for him to enter the top rankings of the tour. Not only injuries, but his rankings have also dropped significantly in the past 11 months. Fans hoped he would play at the upcoming Australian Open, but Kyrgios confirmed his absence. The next few months will give an indication of time left for Kyrgios.
