The United Cup loses one of its top drawcards, with Australia's Nick Kyrgios pulling out due to injury, less than 24 hours before the start of the tournament.
abc.net.au/news/nick-kyrgios-pulls-out-of-united-cup-due-to-injury/101812662Nick Kyrgios has withdrawn from the Australian team for the inaugural United Cup due to injury, less than 24 hours before the start of the tournament.
However, a statement from organisers on social media confirmed that Kyrgios had pulled out of the event. The decision also robs the tournament of one of its marquee match-ups on January 2, when Kyrgios was due to open Australia's tie against Spain with a blockbuster match against Rafael Nadal.
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