Nick Kyrgios has made quite a name for himself. After a year-long hiatus due to injuries, the Australian has swapped his racket for a microphone. Stepping into the role of a commentator, Kyrgios has stayed connected to the sport he loves while recovering from his 2022 setbacks. His new venture suits him well, as he’s known for his sharp wit and bold opinions. Kyrgios has never been shy about sharing his thoughts, and it hasn’t gone unnoticed!

Though Kyrgios isn’t on the ATP rankings or participating in tournaments this year, he’s still very much on everyone’s mind. Recently, during the Ultimate Tennis Showdown (UTS) tour, the official team shared a TikTok video where players were asked to name the biggest trash talker in tennis. In this lively clip, players like Ben Shelton, Lorenzo Musetti, Thanasi Kokkinakis, and Ugo Humbert all pointed to Kyrgios as the standout trash-talker. UTS also shared the same clip on their Instagram page captioned, “Almost unanimous”

Meanwhile, Dominic Thiem and Jan-Lennard Struff opted for Gael Monfils. Interestingly, Monfils himself couldn’t choose just one name—he mentioned both Kyrgios and Frances Tiafoe. The lone dissenting voice came from Denis Shapovalov, who declared his pick to be none other than Ben Shelton.

This comes after Kyrgios announces his return to the court! After a long recovery from injuries to his wrist, foot, and knee, which sidelined him since October 2023, he’s ready to make a splash at the Australian Open next year. In an interview with News Corp’s Code Sports, Kyrgios shared his excitement, he said, “I am coming back because something is keeping me around the game.” And he’s got the resume to show it! Including winning the men’s doubles title at the 2022 Australian Open alongside Thanasi Kokkinakis and securing seven ATP singles titles, it’s no wonder he’s eager to return.

Recovering from injuries that required surgery is no small feat. Despite the challenges, Kyrgios is fueled by a strong desire to compete again. He remains determined, even in light of the warnings given to him by his doctors.

Nick reveals his surgeon’s warning about his tennis career

Nick Kyrgios has indeed had quite the rollercoaster ride with tennis, but his resilience is admirable. After a stint as a pundit, his return to the court with the goal of winning his first Grand Slam title is sure to get fans talking again. Despite the challenges of knee, foot, and wrist injuries, his determination to make an impact at the Australian Open shows he’s not done yet. This could be a pivotal moment in his career, especially with so much to prove after only one ATP Tour singles match in recent years. Kyrgios’s ability to bounce back will be something to watch closely!

“I will be playing the Australian Open this summer,” Kyrgios declared. “I just miss being out there in front of a home crowd.” With fellow Aussies like Alex de Minaur lighting up the court. He can’t wait to join the fun. Reflecting on his injury struggles, he said at SXSW, “The injury I had was brutal. The surgeon said I probably wouldn’t be able to play again.” But Kyrgios wasn’t having it.

He asked for “another two to three years” of tennis. “It’s been a brutal last couple of years, but just being out there to play in front of a home crowd,” he admitted. Kyrgios knows his comeback could be a wild ride. “Whether it’s good or bad, it’ll definitely be fun,” he said. His goal? To win that Grand Slam. “I’ll give it one more shot!” He added.

Whether you’re a fan or a critic, Nick Kyrgios is set to make waves on the ATP circuit in 2025! What do you think of his status in the tennis scene? Let us know in the comments below!