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Nick Kyrgios in doubt for Australian Open after fresh injury scare

Nick Kyrgios leaves the court after the doubles match with Novak Djokovic at the 2025 Brisbane International
Nick Kyrgios is in doubt for the 2025 Australian Open after pulling out of an exhibition match against Novak Djokovic due to an abdominal strain. Photograph: Chris Hyde/Getty Images

The injury comeback for tennis player Nick Kyrgios has stalled, after a new ailment scuppered his Australian Open preparations and put the former world No 13 in doubt for his home grand slam.

The 29-year-old has been rehabbing a surgically repaired wrist and returned to the court at the Brisbane International last week, where he showed promise despite a loss in his first round singles match.

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