Nick Kyrgios is set to return to the sport for the first time in over a year at the Australian Open next month.
There have been fewer returns more eagerly anticipated than Kyrgios’ as fans prepare to see him take to the court in Melbourne.
The Australian has been out of action on the ATP Tour since 2023, having undergone surgery on his knee and wrist over the past two years.
Kyrgios was told he may never play again after his surgery, as he has patiently built his fitness back up ahead of a return to action.
His last full season in tennis was his best, as he reached the Wimbledon final in 2022, having won the doubles title at the Australian Open alongside Thanasi Kokkinakis earlier in the year.
He’ll be hoping to replicate that form in 2025 and earn himself a maiden Grand Slam title, although he has just revealed that winning a Major may not be his priority.
Nick Kyrgios says he would rather be given $20 million than win a Grand Slam title
Speaking on the Nothing Major podcast, Kyrgios was asked if he would rather be given $20 million or win his first Grand Slam title.
“$20 million, are you serious?,” he asked.
“Dude, come on.”
Former world number 11 Sam Querrey then lowered the number to see if Kyrgios would change his mind.
“$10 million?” he asked.
Kyrgios wouldn’t budge, as he explained where his priorities lie.
“$10 million, right now,” said the Australian.
“I’m just saying a Slam is not that important.
“I guess we found out that tennis is still very business like, it’s sort of a business thing to me.”
His answer is different to one of his fellow ATP stars, as Alexander Bublik said he would rather win a Slam than take home $15 million.
“$15 million you can make, this is the money you can make if you are a tennis player,” he said.
“The joy of winning a slam would stay there and history would stay there.
“Nobody will remember you as the guy who chose $15 million.”
How much has Nick Kyrgios earned in his tennis career so far?
Kyrgios would love to add another $10 or $20 million to his bank account, as anyone would, but how much has he taken home so far in his career?
He has earned over $10 million during his time on tour, putting him just one place behind tennis legend John McEnroe on the list of prize money earnings.
| Rank | Name | Career prize money earned |
| 1 | Novak Djokovic | $185,065,269 |
| 2 | Rafael Nadal | $134,946,100 |
| 3 | Roger Federer | $130,594,339 |
| 5 | Alexander Zverev | $47,543,924 |
| 10 | Jannik Sinner | $33,989,584 |
| 50 | Gustavo Kuerten | $14,807,000 |
| 70 | John McEnroe | $12,552,132 |
| 71 | Nick Kyrgios | $12,486,696 |
| 100 | Fabrice Santoro | $10,013,832 |
Kyrgios is ranked well inside the top 100 for lifetime earnings on the ATP Tour, but, understandably, another $10 million would make a big difference for the Australian.
It is reported that Kyrgios’ net worth is upwards of $10 million as of 2024, and has significant brand endorsements with the likes of Nike, Yonex, and Beats.
Like anyone, he would love to earn some more money, but it’s safe to say that the Australian star isn’t exactly strapped for cash.
Kyrgios will have an opportunity to add to his career earnings at the 2025 Australian Open which begins on January 12.
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