Nishikori: "A year ago I thought I wouldn't compete again"

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There are stories that move us, and Kei Nishikori's is one of them. The Japanese player has been the star of the first major moment of the 2025 Australian Open, displaying courage, talent, and love for tennis. At 35 years old, he sees opportunities to achieve significant feats. Coming back from a two-set deficit against Thiago Monteiro, with two match points down, is the best possible endorsement for the Japanese.

Not even the constant spiral of injuries that Kei Nishikori has endured in recent years could dampen his motivation and competitive spirit. A long-standing top-10 player, finalist in three Masters 1000 and a Grand Slam, former world number 4, and a strong adversary to the Big 3, the Japanese player refuses to give up and aims for significant results at the age of 35. His competitive spirit in the first round of the 2025 Australian Open honors the sport, as well as his reflections in press conferences.

- Overcoming the toughest moments due to injuries

"At some point last year, I thought I might never play again. Recovering from shoulder and knee injuries, only to suffer setbacks, was very tough. I thought that if I had to undergo surgery again, I wouldn't be able to keep fighting. My main goal was to play important matches on big stages again, and now I still believe I can compete against top-level players. I still enjoy tennis and trust in my abilities," he said.

- Impressive record of victories in fifth-set matches

An astonishing statistic reveals that Nishikori is the second player of all time with the best record of victories in fifth sets, with a 29-8 record. When asked about it, the Japanese player was resolute. "When I reach that situation, I try not to think beyond the next point. Having won so many matches in the fifth set gives me great confidence when games reach that point. I believe my opponents also know that I excel in competing under that pressure," highlighted Kei Nishikori, who is now awaiting his opponent in the second round of the 2025 Australian Open, possibly facing O'Connell or Paul.

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