Nick Kyrgios Ends Eight-Year French Open Absence in Doubles Return

Nick Kyrgios is set to return to the French Open for the first time in eight years, but only in the doubles tournament alongside fellow Australian Jordan Thompson. Kyrgios had not planned to participate in the event due to injuries and his previous avoidance of clay courts, but Thompson's regular doubles partner, Max Purcell, is currently serving an 18-month doping ban, prompting Kyrgios to join. Despite limited singles play this year and only one singles win since October 2022, Kyrgios is eager to compete and use the French Open as a warm-up for the upcoming grass-court season and Wimbledon. Kyrgios's only Grand Slam title came in doubles at the 2022 Australian Open with Thanasi Kokkinakis, and his return to Roland Garros, even in doubles, is highly anticipated by fans. This appearance marks a significant step in Kyrgios's ongoing comeback after injuries, and he plans to continue his singles career soon. The French Open begins on May 25, and Kyrgios expressed excitement about playing alongside another Australian and enjoying the tournament.