After undergoing two surgeries in 2023, Nick Kyrgios has faced a grueling road to recovery and a full return to form. On March 19, 2025, he marked a monumental milestone, clinching his first tour-level victory in two and a half years with a gritty 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over Mackenzie McDonald in Miami.
This breakthrough moment is a testament to his resilience after a long struggle with health setbacks, reigniting hope for the Australian star and his fans.
Following the match, Kyrgios opened up about the emotional weight of the victory. “I thought I’d never play tennis again, to be brutally honest with you,” he admitted. “That was going that way. I’ve had conversations with my camp and my team—guys leaving their families to be here with me. I was like, ‘Look, I don’t know how long I can keep doing this for.’ This puts a bit more petrol in the tank, but I’ve got to be realistic. I’ll see how my wrist pulls up tomorrow. It’s a grind out here.”
Reflecting on the emotions after such a long hiatus, he added, “It’s tough. Honestly, I saw the draw and didn’t feel confident about facing anyone. The way my wrist has pulled up the last six months hasn’t been great. But getting one win against Mackie—I had something to draw from experience. He’s such a good player, so tricky. It caught me off guard; I wasn’t used to that ball speed again. It’s been a long journey, even just to get to the start line of matches and be scared to finish them. To come off with a win and feel like I belong again feels pretty special.”
This breakthrough moment signals a promising step forward for the Australian star after a long battle with health setbacks. It’s a big day for Kyrgios and his fans alike.