“I won’t make it back for grass season” – Nick Kyrgios on latest injury setback as 2022 finalist misses Wimbledon 2025
Nick Kyrgios, the 2022 Wimbledon finalist, has confirmed he will miss the 2025 grass-court season, including Wimbledon, due to a setback in his recovery from a recurring knee injury. The 30-year-old Australian, who last played at Wimbledon in 2022, where he lost to Novak Djokovic in the final, announced the news via Instagram, stating, “I’ve hit a small setback in my recovery and unfortunately won’t make it back for grass season this year. I know how much you’ve been looking forward to seeing me out there, and I’m genuinely sorry to disappoint. This is just a bump in the road though, and I’m already working hard to get back stronger than ever.” Kyrgios, plagued by wrist, knee, and foot injuries since late 2022, also withdrew from the 2025 French Open doubles event due to the same knee issue. His only Grand Slam appearance since the 2022 US Open was a first-round loss at the 2025 Australian Open. With just five singles matches played in 2025 (1-4 record), including a rare win at the Miami Open, his ranking has plummeted to 633rd from a career-high 13th. Despite the setbacks, Kyrgios remains optimistic, focusing on rehabilitation with hopes of returning for the US hard-court season. His absence from Wimbledon, where he’s a fan favorite for his flair, is a blow, but his commentary roles in 2024 suggest a potential pivot if injuries persist.
