Federer, Djokovic, Nadal are 'gods', but tennis needs devil, says Kyrgios
3 years, 5 months ago

Federer, Djokovic, Nadal are 'gods', but tennis needs devil, says Kyrgios

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios hailed Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal as "gods" on Thursday but insisted tennis also desperately needs his devil-may-care non-conformity. Kyrgios, in turn, once described Nadal as "super salty" and Djokovic as "a tool" for aspects of his behaviour during the Covid-19 pandemic. When a brash, teenage Kyrgios announced his arrival in the sport by stunning Nadal at Wimbledon in 2014, he was seen as the sport's next enduring star. I have people in the front row literally coaching me, like literally telling me, That's all right, good ball, great return, it will work next time, good depth.

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Nick Kyrgios changes mind over Novak Djokovic vs Rafael Nadal GOAT debate again as Federer gets ignored
1 year, 6 months ago

Nick Kyrgios changes mind over Novak Djokovic vs Rafael Nadal GOAT debate again as Federer gets ignored

Hindustan Times  

Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios is one of the most unique personalities on either of the professional tours, always outspoken and confident both on and off the court. Kyrgios is the only player to have beaten the ‘big 3’ of Nadal, Djokovic, and Roger Federer in the first encounter with them However, the Australian seems to have turned a page …

"Nick Kyrgios is a Genius, Unbelievable Tennis Player," Says Novak Djokovic's Coach
2 years, 5 months ago

"Nick Kyrgios is a Genius, Unbelievable Tennis Player," Says Novak Djokovic's Coach

News 18  

Former Wimbledon champion and member of Novak Djokovic’s coaching staff, Goran Ivanisevic, called Nick Kyrgios “a genius" after the Australian stretched his charge to a gruelling four sets in the grass-court major final here on Sunday. Djokovic produced a tennis master-class to defeat Kyrgios 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 for his seventh Wimbledon title, and fourth consecutive crown at the grass-court …

Novak Djokovic unsurprised Nick Kyrgios has made Wimbledon final
2 years, 5 months ago

Novak Djokovic unsurprised Nick Kyrgios has made Wimbledon final

ABC  

A fortnight ago, few people would have predicted that divisive Australian star Nick Kyrgios would be the man standing between Novak Djokovic and a fourth successive Wimbledon title. Key points: The Serbian world number 1 says Kyrgios is "a very complete player" Djokovic has faced the Australian twice in his career, losing both times The 35-year-old is looking to extend …

'I just feel like I'm more mature': Kyrgios seeks to claim Wimbledon trophy after Nadal's dramatic withdrawal
2 years, 5 months ago

'I just feel like I'm more mature': Kyrgios seeks to claim Wimbledon trophy after Nadal's dramatic withdrawal

ABC  

Nick Kyrgios's emotional and physical Wimbledon rollercoaster ride has taken Australian sport's most polarising personality all the way to the final. Key points: Kyrgios could become Australia's 16th Wimbledon men's singles champion on Sunday If he wins, he will be Australia's first men's champion since Hewitt in 2002 He says he is intent and finally ready to deliver on his …

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