Nick Kyrgios hasn't played a competitive tennis match in over a month, but with the French Open around the corner, could we see the Australian return to the court?
The former world No. 13 has struggled with a multitude of injuries in the past few years, missing all four grand slam tournaments in 2023 and 2024.
Notably, he hasn't featured at Roland-Garros since 2017.
The Sporting News takes a look at Kyrgios' current status.
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Will Nick Kyrgios play at the French Open?
It is unclear whether or not Nick Kyrgios will play at Roland-Garros in 2025.
The 30-year-old is not on the tournament's entry list, although he could receive a wildcard.
Kyrgios hinted towards his participation in a recent Instagram story, declaring he is "getting ready to head to Paris in about three weeks".
While this indicates he is hoping to play at the French Open, he may also be referring to potential media commitments in Paris.
The Aussie has previously worked with Eurosport, Tennis Channel and BBC at various tournaments.
"Just getting into training and getting ready to head to Paris in about three weeks," Kyrgios said.
"I just want to say I appreciate all the birthday messages ... it’s almost been impossible to get back to every single one of you, but I really appreciate the love, the support from all my fans, family and friends.
"I really felt the love, the big three-zero. Time’s moving. I definitely felt special."
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If Kyrgios is granted a wild-card for Roland-Garros, it would mark his first appearance at the tournament in eight years.
The Canberra-born talent has openly admitted his dislike for the clay surface in Paris, which has seen him skip the event since 2018.
"Get rid of the clay, man," Kyrgios said at Wimbledon in 2019.
"Who likes the clay? It is so bad ... the French Open sucks compared to this place. Sucks. Absolutely sucks."
When did Nick Kyrgios last play tennis?
Kyrgios was last in action at the Miami Open in late March.
He overcame Mackenzie McDonald in the first round before falling to Karen Khachanov in his next match.
What is Nick Kyrgios' record at the French Open?
The French Open is Kyrgios' least successful Grand Slam tournament.
He has never made it past the third round from five attempts, winning five and losing five matches at Roland-Garros to date.
While he holds a similar record at the US Open, the Aussie notably reached the quarter-finals at Flushing Meadows in 2022.
| Year | French Open result |
|---|---|
| 2013 | Second round |
| 2014 | First round |
| 2015 | Third round |
| 2016 | Third round |
| 2017 | Second round |
Nick Kyrgios' last French Open match and result
Kyrgios' most recent French Open run now dates back to 2017.
Entering as the 18th seed, Kyrgios beat Philipp Kohlschreiber in straight sets to kick off his campaign.
He began his second round match against Kevin Anderson in style before crumbling and consequently losing the match 5-7 6-4 6-1 6-2.
Kyrgios' preparation for the tournament was rocked by the passing of his grandfather and he admitted it left him in a bad place to compete.
"After my grandpa passing, I just lost a lot of motivation to do anything, really," Kyrgios said at the time.
"When I was back home, it was tough. I mean, I can’t talk about it. I can’t."
When is French Open 2025?
The main draw at Roland-Garros begins on May 26 and runs until June 19, which is the day of the men's final.
Qualifying will be held between May 20 and 24.