sport news Nick Kyrgios withdraws from Japan Open just MINUTES before his quarter final ... trends now BREAKING NEWS: Nick Kyrgios withdraws from Japan Open just MINUTES before his quarter final clash with Taylor Fritz because of knee issue By Ollie Lewis For Daily Mail Australia Published: 10:56 BST, 7 October 2022 | Updated: 11:06 BST, 7 October 2022 Viewcomments Nick Kyrgios has pulled out of the Japan Open just moments before he was due to take to the court for his quarter final clash with Taylor Fritz. The Australian confirmed that a knee problem has caused him to withdraw from the tournament, explaining that he wants to look after his body with several big events approaching at the end of the year. 'It's the better option for my body,' he said. 'I have to be smart and after hitting with Thanasi today I feel that this is the best thing to do. I have a couple of tournaments at the end of the year and wanna do well there.' Kyrgios's exit means Fritz is given a walkover to the semi final. More to follow. Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility