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Nishikori Retires After Emotional Farewell

Updated 2026-10-01 09:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Former world number four Kei Nishikori announced his retirement after an emotional farewell at the Japan Open. The Japanese tennis star, known for his fighting spirit, ended his career with a poignant message.

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'I kept fighting right to the end' - emotional Nishikori retires

A tearful Kei Nishikori says he "kept fighting right to the end" as the former world number four ends his professional career at the Japan Open.

2026-10-01 09:33 UTC