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Nishikori exits Japan Open in first round farewell
Original: Nishikori loses in 1st round at Japan Open tennis swan song
Kei Nishikori lost in the first round of the Japan Open, marking what is described as his swan song at the home tournament. The Japanese former world number three, long the face of Japanese tennis, bowed out early in front of home fans in Tokyo, prompting tributes and reflection on his career.
Why now: Nishikori is a celebrated home player whose farewell appearance at the Japan Open ended earlier than fans hoped.
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- Nishikori loses in 1st round at Japan Open tennis swan song · Japan Wire by Kyodo News
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