"Absolute nonsense": Nick Kyrgios drowns out retirement speculation as 'garbage'...despite column being in his name
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Nick
Kyrgios commented that retirement speculations are 'garbage' and confirmed that
he won't retire soon, emphasizing that he still has a lot to give in tennis.
The 2022 Wimbledon finalist is part of the Eurosport commentators during the
television broadcasts of the 2024 Australian Open and responded to an interview
from the local press.
The
28-year-old tennis player confessed that he is enthusiastic about the idea of
his future outside of tennis but clarified that he doesn't plan to retire from
tennis anytime soon: “It’s a conversation that needed to be had. I’m at a
crossroads in my career and have reached a point where life after tennis is a
prospect that excites me,” said Kyrgios.
Kyrgios has
become a brand outside of tennis, and he knows that he can generate significant
income even after his retirement: “It’s why my manager brought it up. He said,
‘This could be you from now on if you want it to be.’”
"I
could travel the world making really good money commentating on the sport,
doing things like I am now with my talk show interviewing guys like Gordon
Ramsay and Mike Tyson.
“That’s a
life people wish they had. Even the players on the circuit would love to be
doing what I am doing now, but they have a different way of thinking.”
Former
world No. 13 only played one match in 2023 due to injuries, and although his
return was expected in Melbourne, he eventually withdrew before the tournament
and did not confirm a return date. As he admitted in an interview with The Age,
there are still doubts about his physical condition upon returning to the Tour:
"there is a part of me that knows my time in the sport may be over. And
I’m okay with that."
“I am not retiring” – Nick Kyrgios
The
Australian was not pleased with the rumors about his retirement and took to his
social media to clarify that it is not yet his time to retire from competition:
"Attention... I am not retiring," Kyrgios wrote on Instagram.
“Please
don’t spread this garbage. I’m coming back and will be lighting up courts soon.
I have woken up today and realised about some articles going around and saying
that I am retired and that I’m not going to play anymore.”
“I just
want to just clear it up, it’s absolute nonsense. Yes, the last year has been
tough with injury, my knee, my wrist, but I’m hungry as ever, constantly
rehabbing, in the gym,” he added.
“Part of
the reason why I am commentating and doing all these things around AO is to
still feel that fire and still be a part of it. So I still wanted to let
everyone know, all my fans I’m coming back, stay tuned, but there’s plenty left
in the tank. Don’t stress,” Nick Kyrgios concluded.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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