Nick Kyrgios is poised to make a highly anticipated return to the prestigious French Open, marking his first appearance at Roland-Garros since 2017. The talented Australian tennis player, now 30 years old, has recently resumed competitive play following a lengthy hiatus due to surgeries on both his wrist and knee. As the tournament approaches, Kyrgios has expressed excitement about his impending participation, especially in the doubles category.
While Kyrgios has not yet played any matches on clay this season, he is set to step onto the iconic red clay courts of the French Open, joining forces with fellow Australian Jordan Thompson for the doubles event. The duo shares a history of partnership at this very tournament; they reached the last 16 together in 2017 and also competed in the boy’s doubles final at the 2012 US Open, where they finished as runners-up. Kyrgios, who notably won the Australian Open doubles title in 2022 alongside Thanasi Kokkinakis, is looking forward to enjoying some competitive yet light-hearted moments at Roland-Garros.
In an interview with The Canberra Times, Kyrgios recounted how his entry into the French Open came about. He admitted that competing at this tournament wasn’t initially on his radar, but when fellow Australian player Max Purcell became unavailable, Thompson approached him to be his partner. Reflecting on their previous experiences at the French Open, Kyrgios stated, “We played at the French Open before, so it’ll be good to get out there and play with another fellow Aussie and have a bit of fun.”
After his return to the French Open, Kyrgios is set to quickly transition back to singles play with a busy grass-court schedule ahead. He has entered the ATP 250 event at the Stuttgart Open, which commences on June 9. Kyrgios will take advantage of his protected ranking to compete in this tournament, allowing him a chance to regain his footing on the singles circuit. Following Stuttgart, he may also participate in the prestigious Queen’s Club Championships on June 16 and the Mallorca Championships on June 22, all in the lead-up to the illustrious Wimbledon championship that begins on June 30.
Kyrgios showcased an impressive run at Wimbledon in 2022, reaching the finals where he faced off against the legendary Novak Djokovic, ultimately losing in four sets. As he gears up for the grass season, Kyrgios conveyed his enthusiasm: “I’m excited to get out there and play. We put a lot of work in—myself, my physiotherapist Will Maher, and the rest of the team. I feel good. James Frawley, my coach, and I have been on the court pretty much every single day. I’m hitting the ball well; it’s just a matter of playing matches.”
While Kyrgios celebrated his 30th birthday in April and has battled injury challenges, he remains optimistic about his future in tennis. He acknowledged that given his recent history, the long-term outlook of his career may seem uncertain, yet he is not contemplating retirement just yet. “I don’t want to speak it into existence. I strongly believe I’ve done the work for my wrist to hold up,” Kyrgios said. “I think with this injury, win or lose, it’s just a bonus being out there.”
As the tennis world eagerly awaits Kyrgios’s return to one of its most esteemed tournaments, fans will be able to catch all the action of the 2025 French Open live on TNT Sports and discovery+. With aspirations of enjoying his time on the court and the support of his team, Kyrgios aims to make the most of his moment in the spotlight at Roland-Garros.
