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Japanese Tennis Star Kei Nishikori Breaks Silence on Cheating Allegations

Kei Nishikori apologizes after cheating allegations surface, addressing fans, sponsors and his family in an emotional statement

“I deeply apologize for causing discomfort to everyone who supports me: tennis fans, associations, sponsors, and other related parties, and for their concern and inconvenience due to my dishonest behavior,” Nishikori, 35, said in a translated statement shared with Japanese outlet Shukan Bunshun on Wednesday, June 18. “Moving forward, in order to fulfill my role as a responsible member of society, I will focus solely on tennis competitions and achieving results,” Nishikori added in his statement. Nishikori was scheduled to make his grand return to the court at Wimbledon in July before withdrawing earlier this week due to his injury.

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