Nick Kyrgios, the 2022 Wimbledon runner-up, is set to join the BBC’s commentary team for this summer’s Wimbledon Championships. Currently recovering from multiple injuries, the Australian tennis star has played only one match in the past 18 months.
During his time away from the court, Kyrgios has embraced new roles in broadcasting. Earlier this year, he provided commentary for the Australian Open and is now expanding his punditry career with the BBC. His involvement comes amidst ongoing uncertainty about his return to professional tennis.
Kyrgios’ new role follows the departure of Sue Barker, who stepped down from leading the BBC’s Wimbledon coverage after the 2022 Championships. Clare Balding replaced her last year.
Though Kyrgios had hoped to make a comeback during the grass court season, his new role suggests he may not be ready to compete at Wimbledon this year. However, fans may see him back in action later this summer, as he is scheduled to participate in the Ultimate Tennis Showdown in New York ahead of the US Open.
The 29-year-old has faced a series of setbacks since his standout 2022 season, where he reached the Wimbledon final but lost to Novak Djokovic. Kyrgios withdrew from the Tokyo ATP 500 quarter-finals in October 2022 and has only played one singles match since, losing in the first round at Stuttgart last summer. He was also forced to withdraw from Wimbledon on the eve of the tournament.
After undergoing surgeries on his wrist and knee, Kyrgios transitioned into broadcasting. He joined Tennis Channel for the ATP Finals studio coverage at the end of 2023 and provided commentary for Eurosport at the Australian Open. Additionally, he hosts the Good Trouble podcast, where he interviews high-profile guests like Gordon Ramsay, Mike Tyson, and Djokovic.
