Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios, who is all set to enthrall audiences with his on-court heroics at the 2023 Australian Open, announces dismal news as Day-1 proceedings began in Melbourne. Before the start of the tournament itself, Kyrgios appeared to be struggling physically and even withdrew from the inaugural United Cup minutes before team Australia’s press conference.

Now, as Kyrgios looked promising enough to make a deep run at Melbourne, a disappointing news hits his fans as the Aussie was forced to withdraw from the tournament at the last minute owing to a torn meniscus. According to reports, Kyrgios is all set to undergo surgery for the same.

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Talking about the withdrawal, Nick Kyrgios said, “I’m devastated. It’s my home tournament. All I can do now is look forward, do what I need to do, and come back.”

For a player who is very mindful of his schedule, this withdrawal means that Kyrgios’ return to the tennis court hangs in the balance. It’s a discerning scenario for the tournament and millions of fans across the world to not witness the Australian star’s enthralling tennis amidst packed crowds in Melbourne.

Wishing Nick Kyrgios a speedy recovery.

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