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Nick Kyrgios and the Paul brothers: A friendship that defies sports rivalry—what's your take?

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Who says two sports personalities from different arenas can’t share mutual admiration and respect?

Nick Kyrgios and the Paul brothers, Jake and Logan, have proved otherwise, celebrating each other’s achievements with genuine happiness, free of feelings of rivalry or envy. When an old video of Logan Paul resurfaced, showcasing the his appreciation for Kyrgios, the Aussie star responded with humility and warmth, reinforcing why some friendships transcend boundaries and seem destined to last a lifetime.

Two months ago, Mike Tyson appeared on Logan Paul’s

Impaulsive podcast, engaging in a detailed conversation about his unexpected love for tennis. Tyson revealed that if not for boxing, he might have pursued tennis, a sport he deeply admires. During the discussion, he shared his respect for Novak Djokovic, specifically praising the Serbian legend’s victory over Carlos Alcaraz in the Paris Olympics final. However, the conversation also brought attention to the Paul brothers’ admiration for Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios, further highlighting their fondness for the dynamic player

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When asked about Kyrgios, Tyson described him as “very exciting.” Jake Paul echoed the sentiment, saying, “We love Nick Kyrgios,” and Logan Paul added, “I like him as well; he’s a great guy.” The resurfaced clip caught Kyrgios’ attention on Twitter, where he retweeted it with a heartfelt response: “ALL LOVE—I love you too @LoganPaul.

This interaction is a testament to the lighthearted camaraderie between Kyrgios and Paul brothers. Their playful exchanges have surfaced before. In September, Jake Paul stirred headlines when he sneaked into Noche UFC 306 despite being banned from UFC events by President Dana White for accusing executives of revenue misconduct. Jake disguised himself with a fake wig, beard, and long sleeves to hide his tattoos, sharing the amusing escapade on Instagram. Kyrgios, entertained by the stunt, reshared the clip on his story, captioning it, “@jakepaul always up to no good! This is epic haha.

During the 2022 US Open, Kyrgios delivered an impressive performance, reaching the quarterfinals and defeating Daniil Medvedev in the Round of 16. Although his title aspirations fell short, his efforts earned widespread praise, including from Jake Paul who tweeted, “Aussie Aussie Aussie. Kyrrrrrgiooooos. Tennis should embrace Kyrgios. Agassi 2.0.

The admiration flows both ways. Kyrgios has also praised Logan Paul’s achievements, including his rising WWE career and his enthusiasm for the Pokémon Unite Championships.

Nick Kyrgios complimented Logan Paul highlighting his admiration for the latter

In February, Kyrgios tweeted: “Congrats Logan Paul. Guy is dominating WWE and soon to be the Pokémon Unite scene. JOMEGALULE2 is waiting.” This sparked excitement from Logan, who responded, “One year ago, Nick Kyrgios came on my podcast and told me about a Nintendo Switch game called Pokémon Unite. Given my obsession with Pokémon, I finally started playing & now I’m addicted. Nick & I want to compete in the Championship Tournament but we don’t have a team… anyone looking for two strong teammates OR want to form an eSports team with us?These interactions highlight the unique friendship between Kyrgios and the Paul brothers, showcasing mutual respect and admiration across sports and entertainment.

Nick Kyrgios’ recent social media response revealed a rarely-seen side of his personality. Known for his candid and often unfiltered demeanor, Kyrgios surprised fans by once again expressing his admiration for Logan Paul. Their lighthearted exchanges continue to captivate audiences, seamlessly blending the worlds of tennis, boxing, and eSports into a unique and dynamic narrative that resonates across sports and entertainment.

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