Kyrgios Announces His Comeback

Nick Kyrgios is set to return to the ATP Tour after a challenging two years marked by injuries and surgeries. The 29-year-old Australian, who last played competitively in 2022, has confirmed his participation in the Brisbane International as a warm-up event for the Australian Open.

After undergoing knee and wrist surgeries, Kyrgios even contemplated retirement. However, he now aims to regain his competitive edge and build momentum for the season’s first Grand Slam.

Kyrgios’ Thoughts on Facing Sinner

Nick Kyrgios has stirred excitement with his comments about a potential third-round clash against Jannik Sinner at the Australian Open. Speaking on the Nothing Major podcast, Kyrgios revealed his bold game plan for such a matchup:

“If I played him in the Australian Open, I would just get every single person in the crowd to get on him. I would turn it into an absolute riot. All respect would go out the window, and I would just do anything to win.”

Kyrgios believes their contrasting personalities would bring added drama and intrigue to the sport:

“Why we love sport is because you have to have contrast in personalities. If I draw Sinner in the Australian Open third round, everyone will watch because it’s contrasting personalities. We don’t like each other, and I think it’s healthy in sport.”

The Sinner Doping Controversy

Kyrgios’ remarks come amidst the backdrop of Jannik Sinner’s doping controversy. The Italian tested positive for clostebol twice in Indian Wells earlier this year. Despite widespread speculation, Sinner avoided suspension after the ITIA ruled there was “no fault or negligence.”

Kyrgios has been vocal about his dissatisfaction with how the case was handled. He frequently criticized Sinner on social media, amplifying the tension between the two.

Sinner’s Response

When asked about Kyrgios’ comments, Sinner chose not to escalate the situation. The 2-time Grand Slam champion maintained his composure, saying:

“I don’t know. I don’t want to respond to what he said. Everyone is free to say everything. It’s ok. If that is the case, let’s see. It’s gonna be different for sure (laughing).”

Sinner emphasized his relaxed approach to such matters, adding:

“I’m someone who forgets things quite fast. It is what it is.”

The Anticipation Builds

A potential Kyrgios vs. Sinner clash at the Australian Open promises to be one of the most thrilling matchups of the tournament. With Kyrgios’ fiery temperament and Sinner’s composed demeanor, the contrast between the two players would undoubtedly captivate fans worldwide.