Continued bad luck for Nishikori, won't make ATP Masters 1000 return yet at Canadian Open due to injury
ATP
Kei
Nishikori postpones his return to the Masters 1000 and will not compete in the
Canadian Open following an injury in Atlanta.
The
Japanese tennis player is once again dealing with injuries after his participation
in the ATP 250 in Atlanta last week. In 2017, Nishikori underwent wrist
surgery, and in 2019, he had surgery on his right elbow.
Additionally,
he underwent hip surgery at the beginning of 2022, which kept him out of action
until the Palmas del Mar Challenger in mid-June this year.
Nishikori
made a successful comeback, becoming the champion in that tournament and
gaining points in the ATP ranking. Then he traveled to the United States to
play in the Bloomfield Hills Challenger (defeat in the round of 16) and the
Chicago Challenger (quarterfinals).
During the
Atlanta Open, he returned to an ATP 250 event and secured victories against
Jordan Thompson and Shang Juncheng, but he was defeated in the quarterfinals by
the first seed and eventual champion, Taylor Fritz.
After the
match, Nishikori experienced physical discomfort in his knee, which led him to
withdraw from the DC Open before his first round match against Lloyd Harris.
Details
about his injury are yet to be disclosed. As a result, he also pulled out of
the Masters 1000 Canadian Open, which would have marked his return to an ATP
1000 event after two years.
In Canada, Japanese Kei Nishikori had notable results, reaching the semifinals in 2015 (defeat against
Andy Murray) and the final in 2016 (loss to Novak Djokovic).
Additionally,
the former world No. 4 did not sign up for the Cincinnati Open, as he decided
to rest before the US Open. Nishikori will be out of action at least until the
start of the US Open on August 28, for which he received entry with his
protected ranking.
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.
claps 0visitors 0
Just In
Popular News
Latest Comments
- Tennis "fans" have short memories. This is exactly who Saba always was... granted she found a 'new' persona when she began winning matches and tourneys. Off-court she's always been a racist potty-mouth. Her meanness also shines through when she thinks no one else is around. In short, the "person" you've witnessed in post-match on-court interviews is NOT who she is. As for her familiar "apologies, she can stick that routine in her racquet bags because I never believed her words nor phony "respect" for her opponents -- and I ain't buying that now.
mandoist15-11-2026 - Was Saba not paying attention to those who sought an inordinate amount of attention outside of their sport (occupation)... and to the point they lost their focus and eventually their place in tennis? For example: Giorgi, Bouchard, Raducanu, etc. They became infatuated with endless Selfies, videos, podcasts, TV commercials, magazine shoots, and so on. Thus their tennis suffered. Priorities are important.mandoist14-11-2026
- I, like writer of this wonderful article, also picked Noskova to win this entire thing. I would love it if she and Andreeva are in the final.Rapunzel12-11-2026
- "Priorities", Saba... spend less time in front of cameras, anti-Social Media, selfies and back to Tennis.mandoist12-11-2026
- Tell this to Andreeva!mandoist12-11-2026
- Andreeva with 11 games in a row to add to Saba's downward spiral issue !!! Personal feelings aside... Jess Pegula may want to reassess her evaluation of Mirra's abilities.mandoist12-11-2026
- I predicted whenthe list was finalised that Linda Noskova would win the WTA Finals and her matches against Gauff and Kostyuk prove that. She is the best (underrated) player in the world!Rapunzel11-11-2026
- Either Lena has a chronic internal ailment (i.e., colitis, enteritis, Crohn's, or some type of lower abdomen issue) -- or she is once again dealing with 'Vukovitis'. Mental stress can indeed cause lower body pains. No matter... whatever is truly going on sucks. "Virus" excuse is getting a bit old -- and often -- at this point.mandoist09-11-2026
- Ironically, Martina became a U.S. Citizen about the same time as the Orange Convicted Felon & Abuser was just beginning on his road to losing all Daddy's Millions!!mandoist09-11-2026
- "Another fresh start is in the cards." Thanks for the Humor!! I'm guessing this is the minimum one can do to keep all your sponsors hanging-on in perpetuity?mandoist09-11-2026
