The career of Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios may be drawing to a close, with 2025 potentially being his final year in singles competition. Known for his candid nature, Kyrgios has previously admitted to not envisioning a long career in the sport. Persistent injuries have plagued him over the past two years, taking a significant toll on his performance levels.
The Canberra-born player, who made it to the finals of the 2022 Wimbledon Championships, reentered the tennis arena at the Brisbane International in early 2025, followed by an appearance at the Australian Open. Despite the home crowd’s unyielding support, Kyrgios was unable to assert his dominance on the court, with persistent wrist and knee injuries impacting his game. At times, he seemed a shadow of the player he once was, sparking speculation of an imminent retirement if his performance does not improve by Wimbledon.
The Wimbledon tournament holds a special place for Kyrgios, serving as the stage where he has the highest probability of securing a significant victory. Renowned for his prowess on grass courts, he reached the Wimbledon finals three years prior, marking the pinnacle of his career alongside his impressive 2017 season.
Following a disappointing exit from Melbourne Park, Kyrgios is preparing to make a return at Indian Wells next month. He will utilize his ‘protected ranking’ to compete in the 2025 season’s first Masters 1000, a tournament where he has previously reached the quarterfinals twice.
In recent developments, it has been confirmed that Kyrgios will compete in the Mallorca ATP ahead of Wimbledon. Directed by Toni Nadal, this tournament is of paramount importance for players in the run-up to Wimbledon. However, Kyrgios won’t be the sole draw at the event. Gael Monfils and Casper Ruud have also confirmed their participation. Notably, Ruud, the Norwegian talent who has traditionally struggled on grass courts, has revamped his schedule to include at least one grass court tournament before Wimbledon.
The forthcoming edition of the Mallorca ATP promises to be a thrilling spectacle with more big names set to be announced. As we inch closer to the tournament, the question remains: will Kyrgios rediscover his form on the grass, or will 2025 mark the end of an era for the Australian ace?
