Nick Kyrgios recently reflected on his return to tennis, expressing that the sport had become "mundane" without his presence. As he prepares for his Grand Slam comeback at the Australian Open, the polarising Australian shared his optimism, feeling "pretty good" after recovering from knee surgery and wrist reconstruction.
Kyrgios had made his return to the court after an 18-month hiatus at last week's Brisbane tournament, but he exited in the first round following a tough three-set match against French player Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard. He also participated in two doubles matches with Novak Djokovic.
Despite withdrawing from an exhibition match against Djokovic on Thursday due to an abdominal strain, Kyrgios seemed optimistic about his recovery, noting that he felt good during his morning practice session.
He emphasized the emotional nature of his return, cherishing the moments of being back at a tournament, interacting with fellow players, and relishing the overall experience. Kyrgios is taking a day-by-day approach, enjoying his time back on the court and reconnecting with the tennis community.
Kyrgios, known for his controversial behavior and on-court outbursts, believes his presence is important to the sport. He argued that tennis thrives on personalities and excitement, something he feels he adds to the game.
While acknowledging that his career has included both positive and negative moments, he feels that his unpredictable nature keeps the sport exciting and engaging for fans. Kyrgios expressed that the game needed contrasting personalities to avoid becoming too predictable, making his return a significant contribution to the energy of tennis.
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