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Cilic's Inspiring Comeback: From Surgery to Nottingham Open Victory

9/14/2025

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Marin Cilic won the 2014 US Open, becoming the second Croatian to claim a men's singles Grand Slam title.
He defeated Roger Federer in the semifinals and Kei Nishikori in the final, both in straight sets.
Cilic faced a knee injury in 2023, requiring two surgeries and limiting his tournament participation.
Doubting his return during recovery, he made a comeback to the ATP Tour in 2024, winning the Nottingham Open.
Cilic remains competitive, reaching the fourth round at Wimbledon and staying in the top 60 rankings.

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Marin Cilic won the 2014 US Open, becoming the second Croatian to claim a men's singles Grand Slam title.
He defeated Roger Federer in the semifinals and Kei Nishikori in the final, both in straight sets.
Cilic faced a knee injury in 2023, requiring two surgeries and limiting his tournament participation.
Doubting his return during recovery, he made a comeback to the ATP Tour in 2024, winning the Nottingham Open.
Cilic remains competitive, reaching the fourth round at Wimbledon and staying in the top 60 rankings.