“The reality is, a part of me knows my time in the sport may be over. And I’m OK with that,” Nick Kyrgios admitted in a candid 2024 column for The Sydney Morning Herald. After battling a string of brutal injuries, including knee surgery, a torn wrist ligament, and lingering ankle issues, his return to the court seemed uncertain. But champions always find a way back. In a roaring statement at the Miami Open, the former Wimbledon finalist silenced doubters with an emphatic win against Mackenzie McDonald. However, it wasn’t just Nick’s performance that made waves, his hilarious reaction to a fan post-match had the crowd in stitches! What did he say?
In a stunning comeback, the Aussie tennis ace Nick Kyrgios made headlines with his first victory in over two years at the Miami Open, defeating American Mackenzie McDonald 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 on March 19, 2025. This hard-fought win marked a major milestone in Nick’s career, following a grueling battle with wrist and knee injuries that sidelined him from the professional circuit.
Just days before, Kyrgios even withdrew from Indian Wells, casting doubt over his return to the court. However, true to his fiery spirit, he roared back in style in Miami, bouncing back after losing the first set. Following his win, the Australian player’s witty response to a fan captivated the audience, highlighting his charm on and off the court.
Nick Kyrgios wins a pro tennis match for the first time in 4 years pic.twitter.com/dc0g0Epey5
— M P B (@MatchPo1ntBets) March 19, 2025
Just yesterday, a tennis fan shared a video of Nick’s winning moment, playfully captioning, “Nick Kyrgios wins a pro tennis match for the first time in 4 years .” In true Kyrgios fashion, the Aussie star didn’t let it slide. Known for his quick wit on and off the court, he clapped back. Dropping a cheeky reply, he corrected the fan with, “Was 2 years but that’s aight – appreciate the support. Career-ending wrist surgery and came back? Thanks lol – I used to win a fair bit or did you guys forget ,”
Kyrgios’ victory over the American McDonald at the Miami Open was more than just a win, it was a testament to his grit. Right after the match, Kyrgios reflected on his performance, offering insights into his return to the tour and the key takeaways from his hard-fought win against McDonald.
“Thought I would never play tennis again” —Nick shading lights on his on-court return after the Miami opener
After undergoing a full wrist reconstruction in September 2023, Nick Kyrgios was determined to return to the sport he loves. His initial comeback in January this year was anything but smooth, with early exits at the Brisbane International and AO shaking his confidence. The struggles continued at the Tennis Paradise, where he withdrew mid-match against Botic Van de Zandschulp, who later eliminated Novak Djokovic.
Kyrgios’ withdrawal from Indian Wells further fueled doubts about his future in professional tennis. However, this Miami Open victory might be a turning point for the Aussie. In the post-match press conference, the former World No.13 shared candid thoughts about his career path and the hurdles he had to overcome before this breakthrough win.
“It’s been a long journey. Even to just get to the start line of matches and be scared to even finish them, but to come off and get a win and then feel like I belong again is pretty special. I thought I would never play tennis again, to be brutally honest, and it was going that way. I’ve had conversations with my camp, my team, guys who are leaving their families to come here and help me get to the court … I was like ‘look, I don’t know how long I can keep doing this for. This puts a bit more petrol in the tank, but I need to be realistic, I’ll see how my wrist pulls up tomorrow,” Nick stated after the match.
All eyes are now on the Aussie as he prepares for his next battle at the Miami Open, a high-stakes showdown against Karen Khachanov. The Russian holds a 2-1 H2H edge, with their last encounter at the 2022 US Open QF ending in Khachanov’s favor. As Kyrgios carefully assesses his physical readiness, the tennis world watches, wondering: Is this the beginning of a true resurgence in professional tennis, or will another setback halt his comeback? What do you think?
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