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Kei Nishikori retires from tennis in Japan
Original: Kei Nishikori, a tennis pioneer for Japan, says goodbye to the sport at home https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7648556/20
Kei Nishikori has announced his retirement from professional tennis, bringing his career to an end in his home country of Japan. The former world number four and 2014 US Open finalist was widely credited with popularising tennis in Japan and paving the way for a generation of Japanese players on the international tour. Coverage highlights his legacy as a pioneer for the sport in his country.
Why now: The announcement of the retirement of Japan's most influential tennis player has prompted reflection on his career and legacy.
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- Kei Nishikori, a tennis pioneer for Japan, says goodbye to the sport at home https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7648556/2026/10/01/kei-nishikori-tennis-retirement-career/ # Sports # Tennis # Athlete · nyt_sports@robot.villas · 1
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