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Nick Kyrgios has made official the Australian Open’s worst fears, announcing he will not play in next month’s grand slam as he recovers from a serious wrist injury.
The 28-year-old shared the news on video subscription website OnlyFans, which he revealed he was joining barely a day earlier.
Nick Kyrgios won’t play in the 2024 Australian Open due to a wrist injury.Credit: Jason South
“Hey guys, Nick Kyrgios here. [I have] obviously had a really tough year with injury, had that knee surgery and came back a little too soon, [which] set me back a little bit [and I have] had some wrist issues,” Kyrgios said.
“So, this is a very disappointing time for me, but I won’t be able to compete at the 2024 Australian Open.
“Obviously, [this is] heartbreaking. I’ve had so many amazing memories there, and I just want to really get back to playing at the top of my game and doing it right, and I need a little more time.
“I was so close to winning a grand slam [making last year’s Wimbledon final against Novak Djokovic] – I want to make sure that my body is going to have the time it needs to come back, so please bear with me.
“Even though I won’t be there competing this year at the AO, I still will be around, commentating matches, being around – I’ve got some special things planned, so please be excited still. You know I’ll be there and hopefully see all the fans. I’ll see you there.”
Kyrgios underwent knee surgery during this year’s Australian Open after waiting until the eve of the tournament to withdraw and did not return until the grass-court season mid-year.
However, he suffered a torn wrist ligament in his right hand at Mallorca ahead of Wimbledon and has not played since.
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