Thanasi Kokkinakis Reveals Plans for Doubles Reunion with Nick Kyrgios After Sad Australian Open Ending

By Greek City Times Staff | October 18, 2025 | 2-3 minutes read

Thanasi Kokkinakis, the Greek-Australian tennis star, has confirmed exciting plans to reunite with his best mate and doubles partner Nick Kyrgios for a return to the court, aiming to "run it back" after a heartbreaking injury-forced exit at the 2025 Australian Open.

The duo, affectionately known as the "Special Ks," captivated audiences worldwide with their entertaining style and chemistry, reaching their pinnacle in 2022 when they claimed the Australian Open men's doubles title—the first all-Australian pair to do so since the legendary Todd Woodbridge and Mark Woodforde in 1997.

Their much-anticipated comeback in January 2025 was cut short in the very first round. Kokkinakis, battling a pectoral injury sustained during the singles draw, was forced to retire mid-match alongside Kyrgios against fellow Aussies Aleksandr Vukic and James Duckworth. It was a disappointing end to what promised to be a thrilling chapter.

Speaking to media at Melbourne's prestigious Caulfield Cup on Friday, Kokkinakis opened up about the setback and their determination to revive the partnership. "Unfortunately, when we played last year, we were nowhere near 100 per cent, so we definitely have to run it back," the 29-year-old said with his trademark optimism.

"We haven't played properly since we won it in 2022, so we'd love to try and run it back. Hopefully he's in good nick and I'm in good nick, and we can do it."

The 2022 triumph wasn't a one-off for the childhood friends. That year, they teamed up across multiple tournaments, primarily in the US, securing a memorable title at the Atlanta Open and advancing to the round of 16 at the US Open. Their infectious energy and underdog spirit made them fan favorites, but persistent injuries have kept them apart since.

Kokkinakis, who boasts Greek heritage through his Adelaide-born parents, has shown resilience in singles play amid the doubles hiatus. Currently ranked around No. 90, he's focused on building consistency while eyeing a deeper run in majors. Kyrgios, ever the showman, continues to navigate his injury recovery but remains a protected ranking holder, poised for selective comebacks.

Fans of Greek-Australian sporting excellence will be hoping this reunion brings more magic to the slams. With the Australian Open 2026 on the horizon, the Special Ks could once again light up Melbourne Park.