Nick Kyrgios is set to make his long-awaited return to professional tennis at the Brisbane International.
The Australian last played a professional singles match at the Miami Open in March 2025, when he lost to Karen Khachanov 6-7, 0-6.
That’s not to say he hasn’t made headlines since, however, as Kyrgios played Aryna Sabalenka in a high-profile ‘Battle of the Sexes’ match over the winter break.
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In straight sets, Kyrgios beat Sabalenka 6-3, 6-3.
For some, the match perfectly summed up Kyrgios’ career. Making the front pages without playing the quality of tennis that is usually required to do so.
During his pre-tournament press conference in Brisbane, the 30-year-old shared how he thinks he will be remembered when he retires from tennis.
Nick Kyrgios thinks he will be remembered as a bit of a ‘chaotic mess’ when he retires
Kyrgios is proud of what he’s achieved in the sport, but doesn’t expect to be remembered for his results.
“I’ve had some amazing matches. I’ve played on the biggest stages,” he said.
“I just want to get through this and be happy with my performance.
“Ultimately, I just want to go out there and put on a show for the crowd and for the fans and for the people.
“Ultimately, I guess [that is] what I’ll go down as – as an entertainer.
“Someone who just was like a bit of a chaotic mess, but an entertainer.”
If nothing else, Kyrgios has certainly entertained fans over the years.
When he’s at his best, Kyrgios can play shots that others could only dream of, and often gets the crowd out of their seats.
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His willingness to say anything and do anything makes him must-see TV, for better or for worse.
But despite his antics on and off the court, it shouldn’t be forgotten just how much Kyrgios has accomplished in the sport.
How many titles has Nick Kyrgios won?
Kyrgios has played 11 ATP finals, winning seven titles.
| Final | Opponent | Result | Score |
| 2015 Estoril Open | Richard Gasquet | LOSS | 3-6, 2-6 |
| 2016 Open 13 | Marin Cilic | WIN | 6-2, 7-6 |
| 2016 Atlanta Open | John Isner | WIN | 7-6, 7-6 |
| 2016 Japan Open | David Goffin | WIN | 4-6, 6-3, 7-5 |
| 2017 Cincinnati Open | Grigor Dimitrov | LOSS | 3-6, 5-7 |
| 2017 China Open | Rafael Nadal | LOSS | 2-6, 1-6 |
| 2018 Brisbane International | Ryan Harrison | WIN | 6-4, 6-2 |
| 2019 Mexican Open | Alexander Zverev | WIN | 6-3, 6-4 |
| 2019 Washington Open | Daniil Medvedev | WIN | 7-6, 7-6 |
| 2022 Wimbledon | Novak Djokovic | LOSS | 6-4, 3-6, 4-6, 6-7 |
| 2022 Washington Open | Yoshihito Nishioka | WIN | 6-4, 6-3 |
Nick Kyrgios’ ATP final breakdown
- Grand Slam (0-1)
- Masters 1000 (0-1)
- ATP 500 (4-1)
- ATP 250 (3-1)
Kyrgios is a four-time ATP 500 champion, enjoying success at the sport’s third-tier tournaments.
He has, however, failed in his bid to win a ‘big title’, and is yet to lift a Masters 1000 or Grand Slam trophy (Singles).
The Aussie came closest to doing so at Wimbledon in 2022, when he shocked everyone by qualifying for his first major final.
Nick Kyrgios at Wimbledon in 2022
- 2022 Wimbledon 1R [WIN] vs Paul Jubb, 3-6, 6-1, 7-5, 6-7, 7-5
- 2022 Wimbledon 2R [WIN] vs Filip Krajinovic, 6-2, 6-3, 6-1
- 2022 Wimbledon 3R [WIN] vs Stefanos Tsitsipas, 6-7, 6-4, 6-3, 7-6
- 2022 Wimbledon 4R [WIN] vs Brandon Nakashima, 4-6, 6-4, 7-6, 3-6, 6-2
- 2022 Wimbledon QF [WIN] vs Cristian Garin, 6-4, 6-3, 7-6
- 2022 Wimbledon 2R [Walkover] vs Rafael Nadal
Standing between Kyrgios and the Wimbledon title was Serbia’s Novak Djokovic, who hadn’t lost at SW19 since 2017.
Looking to produce a big upset, Kyrgios won the first set of the final 6-4, moving within two sets of a Grand Slam win.
Unfortunately for Kyrgios, he couldn’t maintain that level, and fell to defeat in four sets, 6-4, 3-6, 4-6, 6-7.
He looked a title favorite at the US Open later in the year, reaching the quarterfinals, but lost to Khachanov in a five-set classic.
Kyrgios hasn’t won a Grand Slam match since, as injuries continue to trouble him.
It’s unclear whether he will return to Grand Slam tennis at the upcoming Australian Open, but he has entered into the Brisbane International with a Wild Card.
Kyrgios will play Aleksandar Kovacevic in the first round of the 2026 Brisbane International on Monday, January 5.
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