Nick Kyrgios Set for Australian Open Return

Nick Kyrgios is set to make his highly anticipated return to the Australian Open after an 18-month hiatus due to injuries, including knee and wrist surgeries. He will face British player Jacob Fearnley in the first round, though his fitness remains in question after suffering an abdominal strain during a recent match. Kyrgios has expressed his belief that tennis has become 'mundane' without him, asserting that his return will bring excitement and personality back to the sport. He praised the new generation of players, particularly 18-year-old Joao Fonseca, whom he described as playing 'ridiculous tennis'. Kyrgios remains confident in his abilities, stating that he can compete against anyone, regardless of his recent time away from the court. His comeback aims to inject more drama and unpredictability into the game, which he feels has been lacking.