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Former US Open finalist Kei Nishikori to conclude his career at the Japan Open
The 36-year-old former U.S. Open finalist will end his career at home after injuries limited him to the Challenger tour this year.
- The ATP Tour confirmed Tuesday that 36-year-old Kei Nishikori received a wild card invitation for the Japan Open, where he will conclude his professional career at home in Tokyo.
- Nishikori, the first Japanese man to reach a Grand Slam final at the 2014 Open, also won a bronze medal at the 2016 Janeiro Olympics in Rio by defeating Rafael Nadal.
- After struggling with injuries, Nishikori has competed exclusively on the Challenger tour this year as he approaches retirement from professional tennis.
- Former coach Michael Chang said Nishikori's accomplishments are magnified by competing alongside the Big Three and Big Four, while four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka called his career path "so inspiring."
- Scheduled for Sept 30 to Oct 6, the Japan Open in Tokyo provides a final competitive platform for Nishikori to receive a proper home send-off before retirement.
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