Australia's Nick Kyrgios to miss Wimbledon Open
Melbourne, June 3 (UNI) Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios on Tuesday announced a setback in his recovery, confirming he will miss the upcoming grass-court season, including Wimbledon.
In a statement shared on social media, Kyrgios said, "Just wanted to give everyone a quick update - I've hit a small setback in my recovery and unfortunately won't make it back for grass (Wimbledon) season this year. I know how much you've all been looking forward to seeing me out there, and I'm genuinely sorry to disappoint. This is just a bump in the road though, and I'm already working hard to get back."
Kyrgios has struggled with injuries over the last two-and-a-half years, which have severely disrupted his career. He played just one competitive men's singles match in 2023 and two in 2024 before exiting early at the Australian Open this year.
The former world No. 13 retired midway through an Indian Wells match against Botic van de Zandschulp. He recorded his first competitive singles win since 2022 by defeating Mackenzie McDonald at the Miami Open in March, but was heavily defeated by Karen Khachanov in the following round and has not competed since.
Fans and tennis followers will be hoping Kyrgios recovers swiftly as he targets a return later this season.
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