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Hindustan Times
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Japanese tennis star Kei Nishikori confesses to cheating on his wife, caught red-handed in scandalous affair with model
Japanese tennis star Kei Nishikori is currently caught up in a messy scandal. It is not about his tennis, and it is worse than that! The world No. 61 player is alleged to have had years-long affair with model Azuki Oguchi, according to Japanese media reports. Japan's Kei Nishikori issued a public apology to his wife.(AP) Since then Nishikori has also issued a public apology, which has also surprised everyone, as its a personal issue. He said, 'I deeply apologise for causing discomfort to everyone who supports me; tennis fans, tennis associations, sponsors, and other related parties, and for their concern and inconvenience due to my dishonest behavior.' 'In addition, I deeply regret that I made my wife, children, and each 'parent' feel hurt. 'From now on, in order to fulfill my life as a responsible member of society, I will solely focus on tennis competitions and produce results. We will do our best to regain your trust', he added. Nishikori had also recently pulled out of Wimbledon, and it happened in the same time as his affair came into the spotlight. He married his longtime partner, Mai Yamauchi, in December 2020, and the pair have been together since 2015. They also have two children. According to reports, he began Azuki in 2022, they allegedly first met in Hawaii, where he became close to her. Then on June 11, 2025, he was reporteldy spotted visiting her apartment. Nishikori is a former world No. 4, and also beat Rafael Nadal to win bronze at the 2016 Olympics. He is also a one-time US Open finalist, reaching the summit clash in 2014.
New York Post
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Tennis star Kei Nishikori caught up in messy scandal after alleged years-long affair with model
Japanese tennis star Kei Nishikori was getting a little too much love off the court. The world's No. 61 player is alleged to be having a years-long affair with model Azuki Oguchi by Japanese tabloid Shukan Bunshun. Nishikori gave a statement to the outlet. '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 said in a statement. 'Additionally, I deeply regret making my wife and children feel hurt. 5 Nishikori with wife Mai Yamaguchi on their wedding day. 5 32-year-old model Azuki Oguchi, alleged mistress of Kei Nishikori. The 35-year-old, who married his wife, Mai Yamaguchi, in 2020 after a five-year relationship, was seen visiting model Oguchi's apartment last week in Japan, with photos published by Shukan Bunshun showing the two together and walking out of the apartment. The tennis star shares two children with Yamaguchi, ages 4 and 1. 'Moving forward, in order to fulfill my role as a responsible member of society, I will focus solely on tennis competitions and achieving results,' his statement continued. 'We will do everything possible to regain their trust.' Nishikori and Oguchi reportedly met in 2022 while in Honolulu, Hawaii. 5 Kei Nishikori of Japan was among the best players in the world. AP 5 Pictured: 32-year-old model Azuki Oguchi. In 2023, Oguchi was reportedly confronted by her then-boyfriend over her relationship with Nishikori. Shukan Bunshun reports that Nishikori, a quarterfinalist at Wimbledon in 2018 and 2019, hired a lawyer in an attempt to mediate and avoid a public scandal. Nishikori and Oguchi's relationship came to an end in 2023 but resumed in 2024 after the tennis star reportedly told her that he 'no longer loves his wife' and that they are together solely for the sake of their children. 5 Kei Nishikori apologized for his extra marital affair. Getty Images Nishikori was forced to pull out of the French Open as well as Wimbledon due to injuries with the scandal brewing. He is the first Asian player to reach a Grand Slam final — losing to Marin Cilic in the 2014 US Open finals — while also having won 12 ATP titles and was ranked No. 4 in the world.
Wales Online
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Wimbledon quarter-finalist breaks silence after being caught in affair with model
Wimbledon quarter-finalist breaks silence after being caught in affair with model Former tennis world No. 4 Kei Nishikori has spoken out after reportedly cheating on his wife with a model whose apartment he was photographed leaving recently Kei Nishikori has spoken about his personal life after withdrawing from Wimbledon (Image: Rob Newell - CameraSport via Getty Images ) Two-time Wimbledon quarter-finalist Kei Nishikori has expressed "deep regret" over causing hurt to his family following reports of an affair with a model. The 35-year-old tennis player, recently spotted exiting the flat of Azuki Oguchi, has been at the centre of speculation. Reports in Japan have claimed Nishikori was involved in a years-long affair with Oguchi. He married Mai Yamaguchi, also known as Ako Mizuki, in 2020 after a five-year relationship. They have two young children, aged four and one. His recent withdrawal from Wimbledon due to injury was quickly followed by a public confession regarding his personal life. In a statement, Nishikori said: "I deeply apologise 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 behaviour. Additionally, I deeply regret making my wife and children feel hurt." According to Shukan Bunshun, Nishikori and Oguchi began their liaison in 2022. The report claims the affair temporarily ended following an altercation with Oguchi's partner at the time but allegedly resumed last year, reports the Express. While his personal life has been in the spotlight, Nishikori aims to redeem himself through his sporting career. The veteran tennis star spoke about wanting to regain his family's trust and moving past the scandal. Article continues below Nishikori married Mai Yamaguchi in 2020 (Image: Instagram: keinishikori ) He added: "Moving forward, in order to fulfill my role as a responsible member of society, I will focus solely on tennis competitions and achieving results. We will do everything possible to regain their trust." Nishikori climbed to fourth in the world rankings in 2015, the same year he reached the quarter-finals of the French Open and Australian Open. He reached the US Open final in 2014 too. The Japanese star also enjoyed success at Wimbledon, reaching the quarter-finals in 2018 and 2019. Adding to his list of achievements, Nishikori holds a bronze medal from the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. Nishikori is at the centre of an off-court scandal (Image: Getty ) The seasoned player's career has been plagued by injuries since 2021, causing him to drop to 61st in the men's rankings. Further complications led him to pull out of the French Open in May before withdrawing from Wimbledon. "You have to try to stay patient, otherwise it's very difficult," he admitted in April. "I've done that, and I've got used to the journey, the struggle. "My body is not the strongest, I know that, so I have to really take care of it. It's important to stay positive and patient. That's what I've learned. "I just enjoy playing now. I've set some goals. One was to be back in the top 50 and I'm nearly there." Article continues below Nishikori will not be involved when Wimbledon gets underway on June 30. Carlos Alcaraz and Barbora Krejcikova will hope to defend their respective singles titles at the tournament, which concludes on July 13.
Scottish Sun
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Tennis ace Kei Nishikori who was caught cheating on wife with model apologises days after withdrawing from Wimbledon
Kei Nishikori apologised to his wife and two children CLEAN SLATE Tennis ace Kei Nishikori who was caught cheating on wife with model apologises days after withdrawing from Wimbledon Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TENNIS star Kei Nishikori has issued a public apology after reportedly cheating on his wife with a model. Nishikori, 35, has struggled with persistent injury throughout the season and was thus forced to withdraw from both the French Open as well as Wimbledon. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Kei Nishikori issued a public apology after reportedly cheating on his wife with a model 3 Nishikori has been married to wife Mai Yamaguchi since 2020 3 Nishikori has allegedly been having a year-long affair with Azuki Oguchi Just two days after his withdrawal from the Championships the Japanese star addressed matters outside the court regarding his personal life. According to Japanese outlet Shukan Bunshun, the World No61 is alleged to have had a years-long affair with model Azuki Oguchi while being married to wife Mai Yamaguchi. The reported infidelity was uncovered after the former World No4 was photographed visiting Oguchi's apartment last week in Japan. Nishikori issued a "deep" apology to his wife and two children - aged four and one - as well fans, tennis chiefs, sponsors and other related parties. The ex-US Open finalist also stated his plan to focus solely on the sport while being a "responsible member of society". Nishikori said: "I deeply apologise 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. "Additionally, I deeply regret making my wife and children feel hurt. "Moving forward, in order to fulfil my role as a responsible member of society, I will focus solely on tennis competitions and achieving results. We will do everything possible to regain their trust." Nishikori and Yamaguchi - also known by her nickname Ako Mizuki - married in 2020, which was five years after their relationship started. Shukan Bunshun add the tennis star first met Oguchi in 2022 when they met in Honolulu, Hawaii. He's very lucky' - Tennis star's racket almost flies into Queen's Club spectator in shocking scenes A year later, Oguchi was alleged to have been confronted by her then-boyfriend over the affair. The unnamed partner also spoke to Nishikori after finding out about their relationship, it's been claimed. The outlet adds the former Wimbledon quarter-finalist hired a lawyer in order to mediate and avoid a public scandal. Nishikori's relationship with Oguchi came to an end shortly after but allegedly resumed last year when he told her he "no longer loves his wife" and that they are solely together for the sake of their children.
The Irish Sun
20-06-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Tennis ace Kei Nishikori who was caught cheating on wife with model apologises days after withdrawing from Wimbledon
TENNIS star Kei Nishikori has issued a public apology after reportedly cheating on his wife with a model. Nishikori, 35, has struggled with persistent injury throughout the season and was thus forced to withdraw from both the French Open as well as Wimbledon. 3 Kei Nishikori issued a public apology after reportedly cheating on his wife with a model 3 Nishikori has been married to wife Mai Yamaguchi since 2020 3 Nishikori has allegedly been having a year-long affair with Azuki Oguchi Just two days after his withdrawal from the Championships the Japanese star addressed matters outside the court regarding his personal life. According to Japanese outlet , the World No61 is alleged to have had a years-long affair with model Azuki Oguchi while being married to wife Mai Yamaguchi . The reported infidelity was uncovered after the former World No4 was photographed visiting Oguchi's apartment last week in Japan. Nishikori issued a "deep" apology to his wife and two children - aged four and one - as well fans, tennis chiefs, sponsors and other related parties. Read More on Tennis The ex-US Open finalist also stated his plan to focus solely on the sport while being a "responsible member of society". Nishikori said: "I deeply apologise 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. "Additionally, I deeply regret making my wife and children feel hurt. "Moving forward, in order to fulfil my role as a responsible member of society, I will focus solely on tennis competitions and achieving results. We will do everything possible to regain their trust." Most read in Sport Nishikori and Yamaguchi - also known by her nickname Ako Mizuki - married in 2020, which was five years after their relationship started. Shukan Bunshun add the tennis star first met Oguchi in 2022 when they met in Honolulu, Hawaii. He's very lucky' - Tennis star's racket almost flies into Queen's Club spectator in shocking scenes A year later, Oguchi was alleged to have been confronted by her then-boyfriend over the affair. The unnamed partner also spoke to Nishikori after finding out about their relationship, it's been claimed. The outlet adds the former Wimbledon quarter-finalist hired a lawyer in order to mediate and avoid a public scandal. Nishikori's relationship with Oguchi came to an end shortly after but allegedly resumed last year when he told her he "no longer loves his wife" and that they are solely together for the sake of their children.
