Nick Kyrgios Withdraws from Exhibition Match

Nick Kyrgios has faced another injury setback, withdrawing from an exhibition match with Novak Djokovic due to a grade one abdominal strain, which he described as 'not too serious' but will limit his preparations for the Australian Open starting Sunday. He recently made his return to competitive tennis at the Brisbane International after being sidelined for over a year due to wrist and knee injuries, where he suffered a loss in the first round. Despite the injury concerns, Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley remains optimistic about Kyrgios's participation, calling the withdrawal precautionary. Kyrgios plans to take it day by day and has a few training sessions scheduled before the tournament. Meanwhile, discussions among fans have emerged, particularly regarding Kyrgios's recent criticisms of fellow players amid his injury troubles. Some fans have expressed mixed feelings about Kyrgios potentially missing the Australian Open, referencing his controversial remarks towards others in the sport.