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Frances Tiafoe faces Kei Nishikori in final Japan Open match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 12:09 PM

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Frances Tiafoe faces Kei Nishikori in final Japan Open match

Summary

Frances Tiafoe is set to play Kei Nishikori in what could be Nishikori's final match at the Japan Open. Nishikori, a prominent figure in tennis, has confirmed that this tournament will mark the end of his professional career. Facing Tiafoe, ranked No. 8 and a strong competitor, adds significance to the encounter as Nishikori has a storied history at this event, including wins in 2012 and 2014. The match is expected to draw considerable crowd support for the retiring Japanese star as he bids farewell to the sport. As of now, the match is about to commence at Ariake Coliseum.

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By the Numbers

•Kei Nishikori confirmed his retirement after the Japan Open.
•Frances Tiafoe is currently ranked No. 8 in the world.
•Nishikori has a strong record at the Japan Open with 24 wins.
•The match takes place at Ariake Coliseum, adding to the emotional significance.

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12:09 PMYahoo Sports — Is Frances Tiafoe the Perfect Man to Send Off Kei Nishikori?

What they're saying

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To be fair to the legendary Kei Nishikori, he could have drawn considerably easier opponents for what may become the final match of his professional career. However, there may not be many better ones. Nishikori will begin his final Japan Open against Frances Tiafoe, the No. 2 seed and current No. 8 in the world. …
— Yahoo Sports

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