Nick Kyrgios launches OnlyFans account and promises to show fans his 'intimate side' amid his lengthy spell away from the court

Nick Kyrgios has announced his new OnlyFans page, with the Australian vowing to reveal his 'intimate side' to fans.

Kyrgios, 28, has been out of action all season with knee and wrist injuries, with doubts swirling around his participation in next month's Australian Open after he was not included in the entry list.

The Canberra-born star admitted 'the stars would need to align' for him to play at his home Grand Slam, although tournament boss Craig Tiley said Kyrgios will be at the event 'in some form'.

While he continues his recovery, Kyrgios has revealed he has teamed up with subscription platform OnlyFans - where users pay a monthly fee for content from creators.

'Launching an OnlyFans was a no-brainer,' Kyrgios said.

'They are revolutionising social media and I wanted to be a part of that. Athletes can no longer just show up on the court or the field, we have to show up online too. I want to create, produce, direct and own content. That's the future.'

Celebrities and influencers typically use OnlyFans to publish raunchy content, with Australian boxer Ebanie Bridges boasting thousands of followers on the platform. 

Kyrgios's page is designed to be free-to-access, and he says he will show his 'intimate side' to his fans. 

'I've been speaking to my fans directly for years and I know what they want to see. Of course, there'll be tennis balls involved, tips, tricks and behind the scenes, but also they'll get to see all different sides of me. Gaming, tattoos, my intimate side – it's all on the table and I'll be bringing fans along for the ride!' 

Keily Blair, OnlyFans chief executive said: 'A lot like OnlyFans, Nick is a disruptor, so it's great to see him joining our platform, finding new ways to share his content and express himself. We can't wait to see what he has in store for his fans.' 

Kyrgios has recently spent time in Los Angeles, where he has dabbled in the world of television punditry, while he was also seen rubbing shoulders with women's tennis superstar Naomi Osaka at an LA Lakers game.