Thanasi Kokkinakis faces uncertain tennis future as chronic injury takes a toll

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Thanasi Kokkinakis has expressed serious concerns about his future in tennis after a chronic pectoral injury severely affected his Australian Open campaign.

The 28-year-old suffered a heartbreaking loss to Jack Draper in the second round, following a gruelling five-set match. Despite being in a winning position, Kokkinakis struggled physically, calling for a trainer midway through the fourth set.

Thanasi Kokkinakis grimaces during his second-round match. Photo: Getty.

“I’m pissed. Even if I won, I wouldn’t have been able to play the next match,” Kokkinakis said. He revealed his right pectoral muscle was “gone” before the match, and he is certain of a tear. Kokkinakis has battled the injury for years and is uncertain about surgery, citing the lack of guarantees.

“One thing is for sure: I can’t keep doing what I’m doing. It’s mental torture and physical torture,” he added. The injury has hindered his performance in recent tournaments and may sideline him for an extended period.

Kokkinakis plans to consult medical experts soon, but remains uncertain about his playing future. “I know I don’t have forever left,” he said, acknowledging the doubt surrounding his career.

Source: The Age.

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