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Former US Open runner-up Kei Nishikori parts ways with coach Thomas Johansson after year-long partnership

After announcing his withdrawal from the 2025 US Open, Japanese tennis star Kei Nishikori revealed he will no longer be working with his coach, former player Thomas Johansson.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 21

'It’s not 100% healed yet': Former US Open runner-up withdraws from upcoming edition after failing to recover from back injury

Japan’s Kei Nishikori has suffered another major setback ahead of the US Open 2025. The 35-year-old has been going through a rough season, on and off the court.

Tennis News / ESPN / August 20

Nishikori withdraws from US Open due to back

Kei Nishikori withdrew from the US Open on Wednesday, saying a back injury has not fully healed.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / August 7

ATP Cincinnati Day 2 Predictions Including Learner Tien vs Leandro Riedi

It’s Day 2 of first-round main draw action at ATP Cincinnati, and the draw is already offering up a few intriguing matchups. With a mix of tour veterans, promising juniors, and players trying to break through, expect a bit of everything—long rallies, tight scorelines, and maybe even a surprise or two.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / June 20

Kei Nishikori Issues Apology After Shockingly Admitting To Cheating On His Wife

Kei Nishikori has made headlines for the wrong reasons after revealing he was unfaithful to his wife of over four years. The 2014 US Open runner-up has received much sympathy in recent years after enduring an injury nightmare.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / June 20

'I deeply regret': Kei Nishikori issues public apology after cheating scandal

Kei Nishikori has issued an apology after being caught cheating on his wife. The 35-year-old was pictured leaving the apartment of the 21-year-old model, Azuki Oguchi, in Japan.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / June 16

Another Grand Slam missed: Kei Nishikori forced to withdraw from Wimbledon

The first notable withdrawal from Wimbledon has been confirmed, as former world No. 4 Kei Nishikori could not recover from injury and announced his absence from the third Grand Slam of the year.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / May 19

ATP Geneva Day 3 Predictions Including Kei Nishikori vs Karen Khachanov

Day 3 at the ATP 250 event in Geneva features a really interesting list of matches and is sure to be a great day of tennis. While Nishikori vs. Khachanov looks like the highest-level match on paper, the most interesting story is perhaps Karue Sell’s ATP-level debut, which will certainly garner the interest of the tennis community.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / May 5

Rome Open hit by withdrawals: Gael Monfils and Kei Nishikori join Djokovic on sidelines

New withdrawals from the Rome Open have been confirmed just a couple of days before the tournament's start. These are veterans Gael Monfils (No. 42) and Kei Nishikori (No.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / May 4

Gael Monfils and Kei Nishikori Withdraw From 2025 Italian Open in Rome

The field for the 2025 Italian Open was weakened by withdrawals of Gael Monfils and Kei Nishikori. Monfils and Nishikori are among the most beloved players on the ATP Tour.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / TennisUpToDate.com / April 4

Houston History: All American Quarter-Final for first time since 1991 at U.S. Men's Clay Court Championship

For the first time since 1991, it is an all American Quarter-Final line-up in an ATP tournament with the U.S. Men's Clay Court Championship gleaming a first since Orlando back then.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / April 2

ATP Houston Day 4 Predictions Including Kei Nishikori vs Christopher Eubanks

It’s time to wrap up the second round at the ATP 250 in Houston. 2023 champion and 2024 runner-up Frances Tiafoe will kick things off against Adam Walton, while Brandon Nakashima returns to an unfavorable matchup with Mackenzie McDonald.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / March 31

ATP Houston Day 2 Predictions Including Kei Nishikori vs Mitchell Krueger

Kei Nishikori is a fan favorite in any tournament he plays and even if most of the ATP 250 Houston crowd likely won’t remember him making the 2011 final, he’s bound to receive plenty of support in his return to the venue.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / March 22

ATP 500 Barcelona Open announces first wildcards – Kei Nishikori and Stan Wawrinka leading the pack

The ATP 500 Barcelona Open announced its first wildcards, with 2-time champion Kei Nishikori leading the pack. The traditional clay-court tournament will celebrate its 72nd edition at the Real Club de Tenis Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain, from April 14 to 20, 2025.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / March 21

Nick Kyrgios shows support for Kei Nishikori following the Japanese star's withdrawal from 2025 Miami Open

Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios sent a wholesome message to Japan's Kei Nishikori, following the former Grand Slam runner-up's withdrawal from the ongoing Miami Open.