What version of Kyrgios will we see in 2025?

Óscar Belloch | 14 Dec 2024 | 22.18

Nick Kyrgios at the Miami Masters 2022. Photo: Getty

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Nick Kyrgios is the definition of pure talent. A player like no other, his arrival on the main circuit signified a revolution in the tennis world, as it is not common to find a player who can deliver performances on court that are both outstanding and disappointing at the same time. His personality led him to the elite, but it was also what prevented him from reaching a potential height that may never be known. He defeated Federer, he defeated Nadal, and he defeated Djokovic. He has proven himself against top players, but has struggled to maintain consistency and continuity. On the other hand, racket smashes, outbursts, balls flying out of the stadium, insults to umpires, and personal scandals off the court will stain his tennis legacy.

Players like Nick Kyrgios make it impossible to criticize tennis for being a 'boring' sport, as it is true that his matches are among the most watched in every tournament due to the spectacle he provides to the viewers. However, this spectacle is sometimes a mix of brilliance and shadows. The Australian has recently suffered from two serious injuries that kept him out of competition for nearly two years (knee and wrist), and the way he will return to the ATP circuit is still a mystery. His first stops in 2025 will be the ATP Brisbane and the Australian Open.

- Possible Retirement Plans

In an era where athletes tend to extend their careers to the maximum unless there are physical difficulties affecting their performance in competitions, Kyrgios stated a few years ago that he saw it impossible to play beyond the age of 28, although his plans were disrupted by injuries. Now, recovered and approaching the age of 30 in April 2025, he faces his comeback season with uncertainty about whether he will fulfill his promise to retire young or not.

- A New Kyrgios

On the other hand, we might witness a renewed player who, after going through very dark personal moments such as a severe depression years ago where he even self-harmed, the 'Aussie' could tackle this year as a turning point to try to give his best. He stated that he was not aware of his true potential until he reached the Wimbledon final in 2023, where he stood up against a focused and flawless Novak Djokovic. He has learned to appreciate what it means to be healthy both physically and mentally, and during his recent period dealing with injuries, he has been involved in numerous charitable causes in Australia where he has received the love of many fans, so perhaps the 'bad boy' will return calmer, motivated, and with a renewed focus on the court. Additionally, he has been continuously working on his physical condition in recent months and has shown great eagerness to return.

- The ATP Dilemma

Tennis is one of the sports where respect is paramount, and seeing players lose their temper on court is not an everyday occurrence. The ATP sanctions unsportsmanlike behaviors with fines and penalties during matches, but at the same time, it promotes some behaviors that are likely to go viral on social media. Players like Nick Kyrgios have a positive impact on making tennis even more visible in the world, as his best moments are among the most watched. However, his tense moments on court are also highly consumed, feeding into an aspect of tennis that is not exemplary: frustration and anger. Still, the ATP publishes compilations of major on-court outbursts on their social media even if they result in player sanctions.

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