The Latest Breaking News from Nick Kyrgios

Australia's best hope in the men's draw, Alex de Minaur, encounters little trouble in earning safe passage through to the second round, while rain delays leave countryman Thanasi Kokkinakis hanging in his match against Fabio Fognini.

Tennis Australia says it has banned Russian and Belarusian flags from this year's Australian Open following an outcry on social media.

As Nick Kyrgios was announcing his withdrawal from the Australian Open, his physiotherapist flagged the tennis star had some "gruesome photos" of a surgical procedure on his knee. Kyrgios has now posted one of those images to Instagram. WARNING: This story contains images some readers may find disturbing.

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The Aussie player won’t be able to defend his 2022 doubles title at the Grand Slam tournament.

The story of the opening day of action at Melbourne Park.

On a day where Nick Kyrgios's Australian Open hopes were dashed due to injury, 21-year-old wildcard Rinky Hijikata inspires the local brigade after coming back from two sets down to book a berth in the second round.

A punishing Monday practice session with best buddy Thanasi Kokkinakis was the moment Nick Kyrgios knew his Australian Open 2023 was over.

The 35-year-old is bidding for a 10th Australian Open title but his first round match against Roberto Carballes Baena tomorrow could be in doubt amid injury fears