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Nick Kyrgios has opened up about his mental struggles. Reuters
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Nick Kyrgios has been a controversial figure in tennis but has in recent months shown himself to be a leader. EPA
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Nick Kyrgios is considered the most talented players of his generation, but has had temperamental issues on court. Reuters
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Nick Kyrgios holds up the trophy after defeating Daniil Medvedev of Russia during the men's singles final of the Citi Open at Rock Creek Tennis Center on August 04, 2019 in Washington. Getty
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Nick Kyrgios has been battling depression. USA Today
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Kyrgios celebrates winning the Acapulco Open in March 2019. Reuters
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Australia’s Nick Kyrgios has struggled with his form. Reuters
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Nick Kyrgios in Shanghai in October, 2018. Getty
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Nick Kyrgios has opened up about his mental struggles. Reuters
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Nick Kyrgios has been a controversial figure in tennis but has in recent months shown himself to be a leader. EPA
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Nick Kyrgios is considered the most talented players of his generation, but has had temperamental issues on court. Reuters
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Nick Kyrgios holds up the trophy after defeating Daniil Medvedev of Russia during the men's singles final of the Citi Open at Rock Creek Tennis Center on August 04, 2019 in Washington. Getty
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Nick Kyrgios has been battling depression. USA Today
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Kyrgios celebrates winning the Acapulco Open in March 2019. Reuters
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Australia’s Nick Kyrgios has struggled with his form. Reuters
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Nick Kyrgios in Shanghai in October, 2018. Getty
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Nick Kyrgios has opened up about his mental struggles. Reuters
'It was a lonely, dark place' – Nick Kyrgios reveals depression battle
Australian star has struggled with being away from home during relentless tennis tour
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08 November, 2020
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