Nick Kyrgios set for 2025 Australian Open comeback while battling mental health issues

Friday, 11 October 2024 at 01:30

Nick Kyrgios revealed he struggles with mental health issues while the Australian Open chief announces that the local star will return to the tournament. Craig Tiley recently stated that the 2022 Wimbledon runner-up will be back in Melbourne for the 2025 edition of the tournament.

On Thursday, the tournament director commented, “The one we're keeping an eye on will be Nick Kyrgios – Nick will be back.” When asked to clarify his comments, he indicated that the tournament would “love to have Nick back” after two years of absence.

“We know he's out there practicing and preparing for the summer. He loves playing in Australia. We expect him to be back, and we know he's on track with that preparation.”

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Kyrgios has played only one match in the last two years due to multiple injuries and undergoing surgery. The Australian has remained in the public eye with various projects, including diverse investments. He is a co-owner of a pickleball team alongside Naomi Osaka, participates in the brewery Stryda, has a podcast, and worked as a commentator in some of the latest Grand Slam tournaments.

The 2022 Wimbledon runner-up spoke about his recent mental health struggles in an interview with News Corp: “Sometimes I have a bit of impostor syndrome looking at some of the things I have been able to do in my career,” the Aussie said.

Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis after winning the Australian Open doubles title.

“When I look at some of the people I have been able to get on my podcast… I know having a can of Stryda with me at all times, on my podcast, and exposing it to the biggest actors and biggest names in the world, it’s going to be super successful because I can take it to a global audience.”

“I want it to be an edgy brand that appeals to younger generations. Obviously, there are a lot of people that hate Nick Kyrgios, but there is a sea of fans that love the authenticity I have. So, I think Stryda aligns with my brand, it’s raw and edgy,” Kyrgios said. “First of all, I love to have a drink myself, I’m not going to lie.”

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The Australian has made his name transcend beyond tennis courts, and his last two years have been filled with new projects and investments. “One of the first things I ever did was buy a house in the Bahamas,” said Kyrgios, who owns 14 other properties.

“I’m extremely blessed that my parents were taking care of those things when I was on the other side of the world trying to chase a tennis ball around,” he added. “They were always extremely smart and understood I was in a position where I could really set up my family and my future family, and really take care of everything. Investment properties are a hobby for me at the moment; I definitely love doing that.”

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