Kyrgios reflects on preparation heading into Wimbledon - "Never going to take it for granted"

Before beginning his grass-court season, Nick Kyrgios returned to Australia for two months to recharge and spend time with his loved ones. The 27-year-old has wasted no time finding his form since returning to the Tour.

The Australian reached the semi-finals in Stuttgart and Halle to put himself in good position leading into Wimbledon.

“I’ve played a lot of matches. Had some great results. Beaten some really good players. I'm just happy where my level's at,” Kyrgios said. “I think I've had probably some of the best preparation I've had for a while on the grass. Load-wise I'm happy with the amount of tennis I played.”

The Championships has been a special tournament for Kyrgios. It is where in 2014, on his debut as a 19-year-old, he stunned Rafael Nadal en route to the quarter-finals. This year, he will begin his run against Briton Paul Jubb.

“Super excited. Obviously been playing some really good tennis on the grass. Feeling good. Mentally feeling ready. Just excited to be here,” Kyrgios said. “Obviously another Grand Slam. Never going to take it for granted. When I was young, never thought I'd play almost 30-plus Grand Slams. Super proud to be here again. It's a special energy here, of course.”

According to Kyrgios, another key for him will be to focus on bringing his best in the earlier rounds of the tournament. He has not claimed a straight-sets victory in the first round at Wimbledon since 2015.

“I need to focus on the earlier rounds, make sure I get it done as quick as possible,” Kyrgios said. “I’m not even thinking about winning it or anything at the moment. I got another couple days to just practice and feel good, then we'll see what happens.”