Nick Kyrgios Returns from Injury, Enters US Open with Protected Ranking

Nick Kyrgios is making a significant return to professional tennis after a prolonged injury hiatus, playing his first match since March at the ATP Tour's DC Open in men's doubles alongside Gael Monfils, where they were defeated by the third seeds. Despite ongoing knee and wrist issues that have limited him to just six matches this year, Kyrgios has activated his protected ranking of 21 to enter the 2025 US Open, focusing on doubles with plans to team up with Naomi Osaka if his health permits. His current ATP ranking is 640, but the protected ranking allows him direct entry into the final grand slam tournament of the year. Kyrgios has battled multiple injuries since his impressive run to the Wimbledon final in 2022, including significant wrist surgery in 2023 and a knee niggle reported recently, which has delayed his singles return. Meanwhile, fellow Australian Alex de Minaur is also preparing for the US Open and aims to rebound following a disappointing Wimbledon. Kyrgios’ return has generated excitement among tennis fans, as his unpredictable style and talent add intrigue to the upcoming tournament.