Injured Kokkinakis withdraws from US Open before hitting a ball
Thanasi Kokkinakis concedes he may have contested his last US Open without even hitting a ball after the cursed star's body failed him once again.
Australian tennis player Thanasi Kokkinakis has withdrawn from the US Open before his first round match due to an ankle sprain. The 30-year-old player has been battling various injuries, including back, shoulder, abdominal, knee, and arm issues, over the past decade. Kokkinakis suffered his latest injury during a tournament in Cincinnati last month.
Despite his recent setback, the Australian believes he still possesses the necessary skills to compete at a high level. He expressed frustration at the constant questioning about his physical condition and stated that he is determined to return to peak form before the Australian summer. Kokkinakis used one of his nine injury-protected ranking entries to secure his place in the US Open draw.
He plans to continue his recovery and assess his fitness for future tournaments, with the goal of giving himself a chance to make a comeback.
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