Nick Kyrgios Withdraws from Indian Wells Due to Wrist Injury

The Australian tennis star's latest injury setback leaves his career trajectory uncertain after months of rehabilitation and limited match play.

Nick Kyrgios retired from his first-round match at Indian Wells against Botic van de Zandschulp after trailing 7-6 (9/7), 3-0, citing pain in his surgically reconstructed right wrist.
The 29-year-old has struggled with injuries over the past two years, including wrist and knee surgeries, and has not won an ATP match since 2022.
Kyrgios displayed flashes of his trademark flair during the match, including a rally featuring two between-the-legs shots, but the pain became too severe to continue.
He expressed frustration and uncertainty about his future in tennis, noting the challenges of recovering from a wrist reconstruction and the difficulty of finishing matches.
Despite the setback, Kyrgios has not ruled out competing in the upcoming Miami Open, pending the response of his wrist to further evaluation and treatment.