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Thanasi Kokkinakis Undergoes Surgery to Address Long-Standing Pectoral Injury

The Australian tennis player hopes the procedure will end years of physical and mental challenges caused by the recurring issue.

Tennis - Australian Open - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - January 15, 2025 Australia's Thanasi Kokkinakis in action during his second round match against Britain's Jack Draper REUTERS/Tingshu Wang/File Photo
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Thanasi Kokkinakis gives thumbs up in a bed

Overview

  • Thanasi Kokkinakis, 28, has undergone surgery to treat a persistent pectoral injury that has impacted his career and well-being.
  • The injury worsened during his Australian Open singles match against Jack Draper in January 2025, followed by his withdrawal from a doubles match with Nick Kyrgios.
  • Kokkinakis described the injury as his 'toughest challenge to date,' citing years of failed non-surgical treatments and ongoing pain.
  • Currently ranked 84th in the world, Kokkinakis has faced multiple injury setbacks throughout his career, including a prolonged recovery from shoulder surgery in the past.
  • There is no specific timeline for his return to competition, but fellow players and fans have expressed support for his recovery.