Stefanos Tsitsipas is making a bold statement. The Greek tennis star has hit the headlines plenty this season, but not always for the right reasons. Early exits, coaching drama with ex-coach Goran Ivanisevic, and his split with WTA star Paula Badosa. 2025 hasn’t been smooth sailing, but Tsitsipas holds his head high. The former world No. 3 isn’t having it. Adding to those issues, he had a rumor about his injury.

A few days ago, a Greek news site sparked a stir with claims that Tsitsipas had lower back surgery. It even specified a colectomy last Thursday. Reports suggested he could miss two to six weeks, throwing his Asian swing in doubt. Even his planned spot at the Six Kings Slam in Saudi Arabia, where he was set to replace Jack Draper, looked shaky. Fans feared the worst, but they now

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