Nick Kyrgios has reacted savagely to the end of his US Open campaign,destroying his racquet on Arthur Ashe Stadium following a disappointing five-set quarter-final loss to Karen Khachanov.
It’s a big day for the Aussies as week two at Flushing Meadows kicks off with Ajla Tomljanovic taking on Ludmilla Samsonova and Nick Kyrgios facing world No.1 and defending champion Daniil Medvedev.
Nick Kyrgios downed world number one Daniil Medvedev in an absorbing battle,ending the Russian’s hopes for a US Open title defence in New York.
Ajla Tomljanovic backed up her bold words with actions to march confidently into the US Open second round at Flushing Meadows,while Alex de Minaur continued his hot American summer and compatriots John Millman and Daria Saville bowed out.
Rafael Nadal says the road to recovery after an abdominal injury presents enormous challenges. Meanwhile,the US Open first round match between Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis will feature on centre court as part of a blockbuster day one program.
The Albanese government will write to all national sporting organisations this week to alert them to the international agreement Australia has signed onto.
While his behaviour cannot be condoned,Nick Kyrgios could be Novak Djokovic’s new great rival - if he wants to be.
Wimbledon is bound to be different this year thanks to the ban on Russian and Belarusian players,and the lack of rankings points on offer,but the lure of success at the prestigious event meant players have signed up.
The grand slam champion has swapped tennis for Australian Ninja Warrior. Just don’t expect him to try the course.
Holger Rune and Marin Cilic have both advanced to the last eight at the French Open after upset wins over the fourth and second seeds respectively.
The Russian world No.2 cannot understand why his compatriots are able to work in London but he cannot ply his trade at the All England Club next month.