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Tennis News / The Tennis Gazette / October 1
Kei Nishikori receives message from Marin Cilic after retiring from tennis at the Japan Open
Kei Nishikori’s tennis career officially came to an end on Thursday after he lost to Frances Tiafoe in the opening round of the Japan Open. Competing in his last professional tournament, Nishikori fell to second seed Tiafoe in straight sets in Tokyo, 6-4, 6-4.
Kei Nishikori News / Field Level Media / October 1
Kei Nishikori plays final career match in Tokyo
Kei Nishikori, a 12-time winner on the ATP Tour, said his goodbye to pro tennis on Thursday following his first-round loss at the Japan Open. He was defeated by Frances Tiafoe 6-4, 6-4 in Tokyo.
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Tennis News / Tennishead / October 1
Rafael Nadal sends heartfelt message to Kei Nishikori after his last ATP match
Kei Nishikori has stepped away from his tennis career. The 2014 US Open finalist contested his final match on Thursday, losing to Frances Tiafoe at the Japan Open, 4-6, 4-6.
Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / October 1
Kei Nishikori bids farewell to tennis after incredible two-decade career ends on home soil
It is the end of the road for an Asian tennis legend. Kei Nishikori was a trailblazer in that part of the world, enjoying a prosperous tennis career that spanned almost two decades.
Tennis News / Tennishead / October 1
Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz have message for Kei Nishikori as he retires from tennis
Kei Nishikori has officially retired from tennis after playing the final match of his career at the Japan Open. Nishikori announced that he would retire from tennis at his home tournament in Tokyo, where he is a two-time former champion.
Tennis News / EssentiallySports / September 30
'It is Kind of Sad'- Kei Nishikori Makes Emotional Admission About Final Tournament Before Retirement
Kei Nishikori is ready for his last tournament. The former world No. 4 and 2014 US Open finalist announced back in April that this would be his final season on tour, and the destination he chose to close it out is his home country.
Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 29
'I was happy to get even a qualifying wild card' - Kei Nishikori waves goodbye to Grand Slam tennis following US Open qualifying exit
Kei Nishikori has failed to reach the main draw of the 2026 US Open following a tight straight sets defeat against Rei Sakamoto. He looked back on the match as he admitted that he was 'lucky' to even get a wildcard for qualifying.
Tennis News / ESPN / August 28
Sakamoto beats hero Nishikori to make US Open 
Rei Sakamoto beat Kei Nishikori 6-4, 7-6 (3) on Friday in the final round of U.S. Open qualifying to earn a place in the main draw.
Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 25
What happened to Kei Nishikori? The former US Open finalist's career has taken a sad turn
In the past when thinking of Asian tennis players on the ATP Tour, there is one player that everyone thinks of. A trailblazer for tennis in that part of the world, Kei Nishikori’s career was one of delight and triumph.
Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 1
'If Naomi appears in awesome clothes...': Kei Nishikori’s unexpected US Open worry before teaming up with Osaka
Kei Nishikori’s final US Open appearance will already carry plenty of emotion, but his preparation for the tournament has also produced one of the most entertaining stories ahead of Flushing Meadows.
Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / July 30
'I couldn't even put the ball in the court, it was almost funny'- Kei Nishikori offers brutal assessment after DC Open defeat
Kei Nishikori had a tall order to defeat the inform and dangerous Rafael Jodar at the DC Open. It would turn out that the task was too much for the 36-year-old who would succumb to a 6-3, 6-2 defeat, ending his ATP Tour return but he vows that he will not end his tennis career with a result like that.
Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / July 28
Kei Nishikori’s last comeback: The former US Open finalist explains why retirement became inevitable
Kei Nishikori’s final season will not be about chasing another career milestone. Instead, the former US Open finalist is looking for something much simpler but perhaps more meaningful: enjoying tennis again after years of injuries, setbacks and physical battles that eventually made retirement feel inevitable.
Tennis News / ESPN / June 2
Nishikori to end 20-year career at Japan Open
Kei Nishikori, a finalist at the 2014 U.S. Open, will conclude his 20-year professional career later this year after he competes in the Japan Open.
Tennis News / HITC / May 2
The prediction Rafael Nadal made about Kei Nishikori at Roland Garros in 2013 that came true
Kei Nishikori has revealed he plans to retire from tennis at the conclusion of the 2026 season. The Japanese star put together a strong career, winning 12 ATP titles while competing during one of the most competitive eras in the sport’s history.
Tennis News / HITC / May 2
Naomi Osaka reacts to Kei Nishikori’s retirement with heartfelt message on social media
Kei Nishikori has announced that the 2026 ATP season will be his last, bringing a close to a career that spanned two decades and saw him become one of the sport’s most recognisable figures.
Tennis News / Field Level Media / May 1
Japan's Kei Nishikori retiring from tennis after 2026 season
Kei Nishikori, once ranked as high as No. 4 in the world, will retire from tennis at the end of the 2026 season. The 36-year-old Japanese trailblazer made the announcement Thursday via social media.
Tennis News / BBC Sport / May 1
Japan's Nishikori to retire at end of 2026 season
Former world number four Kei Nishikori says he "gave it his all" after announcing he will retire from tennis at the end of the 2026 season.
Tennis News / ESPN / April 30
Nishikori says he plans to retire at end of season
Kei Nishikori, who was the first Japanese player to advance to the final of a Grand Slam men's singles tournament, said this year will be his last.
Tennis News / HITC / December 18
Kei Nishikori admits how he feels about having to qualify for a major for the first time since 2010
Kei Nishikori has endured a difficult past few years on the ATP Tour, having struggled with injuries. The Japanese star, who reached the peak of his career in 2014 when he made the US Open final, has made just three Grand Slam appearances in the last four seasons.
Tennis News / Field Level Media / March 6, 2025
Kei Nishikori survives opener at Indian Wells
Japan's Kei Nishikori overcame physical struggles in the third set before pulling out a 6-2, 5-7, 7-6 (3) win over Spain's Jaume Munar in the first round of the BNP Paribas Open on Wednesday in Indian Wells, Calif.
Tennis News / Yardbarker / August 26, 2020
Kei Nishikori out of U.S. Open despite negative coronavirus test
Last Friday, Nishikori confirmed he had tested positive for the coronavirus a second time but wasn't experiencing serious symptoms.
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