Model and Tennis Player Involved in Years-Long Affair Scandal: Kei Nishikori Accused
Tennis Star Kei Nishikori's Ardent Affair Exposed
Things are heating up, both on and off the court, for Japanese tennis sensation Kei Nishikori. The world's former No. 4 player finds himself in a sticky situation as rumors of a years-long affair with model Azuki Oguchi circulate.
The Japanese tabloid, Shukan Bunshun, claims that Nishikori, who married his wife Mai Yamaguchi in 2020, has been romantically involved with Oguchi since meeting her in Honolulu, Hawaii, back in 2022 [1][2][4].
The pair was caught red-handed last week as photos published by Shukan Bunshun showed them together and exiting Oguchi's apartment in Japan. Nishikori, a quarterfinalist at Wimbledon in 2018 and 2019, made waves with his apology, admitting to his dishonest behavior and expressing regret for the harm he caused [1].
Nishikori and Oguchi share a deep connection, despite the former’s marriage to Yamaguchi and their two adorable children, aged 4 and 1. Initially, the affair ended in 2023 but was rekindled in 2024 when Nishikori reportedly revealed that he "no longer loved his wife" and that their relationship was solely for the sake of their children [3].
The repercussions of the affair led Nishikori to bow out of major tournaments like the French Open and Wimbledon due to injuries, and the scandal brewing [1]. This comes just four years after the Asian tennis trailblazer made history as the first Asian player to reach a Grand Slam final, losing to Marin Cilic in the 2014 US Open finals [1].
Nishikori and Oguchi's romantic liaison came to light in 2025, igniting widespread attention. As he works to regain the trust of his fans, sponsors, and family, Nishikori will need to focus on securing his position on the tennis court rather than embracing the darkness off of it.
[1] Shukan Bunshun: https://www.shukanbunshun.jp[2] Japan Today: https://www.japantoday.com[3] Yahoo Sports: https://sports.yahoo.com[4] The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com
Despite the fallout from his controversial affair with model Azuki Oguchi, Kei Nishikori's love for tennis persists, as he endeavors to regain his fans' trust and secure his position in the sports world, rivaling the fame of other celebrities. In the midst of the scandal, it remains unclear if his passion for tennis or his connection with Oguchi will prevail in the entertainment industry.
