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Kyrgios Shows Spark in Stuttgart but Comeback Stalls After Second-Round Loss

The week’s results show restored grass-court shot-making while leaving questions over his durability and Wimbledon wildcard chances.

Overview

  • Kyrgios defeated eighth seed Corentin Moutet 6-3, 6-4 in Stuttgart on Tuesday, marking his first tour-level singles win since March 2025.
  • He then lost a close second-round match to qualifier Sho Shimabukuro, 4-6, 7-6 (7-5), 6-4, ending his singles run at the BOSS Open.
  • The 31-year-old is unranked after long injury absences and has had a wrist reconstruction plus four knee surgeries, yet he reported feeling good after his opening win.
  • Kyrgios reached the doubles quarter-finals with Alexander Bublik in Stuttgart and is scheduled to play Halle and Mallorca as controlled tune-ups before Wimbledon.
  • Coaches and commentators argue a light, managed match schedule may protect his body and that a Wimbledon wildcard remains possible if he stays fit, but selectors have not yet announced any invitation.