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The season debut of Nick Kyrgios It didn’t go the way many had hoped. After a long layoff due to injury, the Australian returned to the grass at the ATP 250 tournament in Stuttgart, but not even the comfort of this surface could mitigate the clear signs of inactivity.
Kyrgios lost to Yibing Wu in straight sets and later took to social media to leave a message to his fans. “Please bear with me… it’s a process leading to me getting back to where I was. I know it’s hard for you to see me play like I did today but I need more time and I hope to get back to where I was,” the tennis player shared.
His performance in Stuttgart provided a stark contrast to his previous performances and suggested Kyrgios may need time to pick up the pace and regain fitness. The Aussie is known for his powerful game and skills on the pitch, but a lack of practice and competitive games has taken its toll.
A sportsman who has always maintained a direct and honest relationship with his fans, Kyrgios expressed his feelings openly and sincerely. His call for patience reflects an awareness of public expectations and the pressures that elite athletes like him face.
For now, Kyrgios is just asking for time to get back to his best. Despite his disappointment with his Stuttgart performance, the Australian seems determined to improve and return to the level of play that has made him one of the best tennis players in the world. Only time will tell if he can keep his promises, but one thing is certain, his fans will be ready to support him every step of the way.
