Injury-Plagued Kei Nishikori to Retire After 2026 Season
Japanese tennis star Kei Nishikori has confirmed he will retire from professional tennis at the end of the 2026 season. The former world No. 4 and 2014 US Open finalist has faced recurring injuries that influenced his decision. In a social media post, Nishikori admitted he still yearns to compete but recognises the physical toll has been too great. He added that he is proud of his achievements and grateful for every moment of his career.
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