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Kyrgios Says Friendship With Andy Murray Has Faded After Podcast Refusal

He signals training toward a possible Australian Open return after a year with limited competition.

Overview

  • In an Unscripted podcast interview, Nick Kyrgios said he and Andy Murray almost do not speak and that he now sees Murray more as a colleague than a friend.
  • Kyrgios attributed the distance to Murray declining to appear on his podcast.
  • He recalled Murray as a key supporter during difficult periods and expressed gratitude for past help.
  • Kyrgios said he is training rather than entering tournaments and has dropped outside the ATP top 600, while one outlet reported he has played only four matches this year, losing three.
  • He said he will probably play the Australian Open in some capacity and has not ruled out retiring in 2026.