‘A dangerous threat’: Nick Kyrgios backed to make an impact on Australian Open return

Thanasi Kokkinakis tips doubles partner to impress in Melbourne
Former world No 13 to play first singles grand slam event since 2022

With his weapon of a serve in hand, tennis showman Nick Kyrgios can hit the ground running on his Australian Open return, says doubles partner Thanasi Kokkinakis.

Kyrgios, 29, who has had a horror run of wrist and knee injuries, will play at the Brisbane International from 29 December, before returning to the grand slam stage at Melbourne Park for the Australian Open which starts on 12 January. The former world No 13 is using a protected ranking for his first Open since he pulled out on the eve of his first-round match in 2023.

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