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Nick Kyrgios is known for his unorthodox ways. The Australian tennis star is a live-wire when on the tennis courts. Although a talented player, he has lacked consistency throughout his career.

Kyrgios emerged onto the scenes when he claimed the 2012 French Open boys’ doubles title. He followed it up with the Wimbledon title in the same category. Further, he claimed the 2013 Australian Open boys’ singles title. He defeated his compatriot, Thanasi Kokkinakis, in the summit clash of that tournament.

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Over his career, the 26-year-old has won six titles in men’s singles and a couple of titles in men’s doubles. Recently, he talked about social media celebrities.

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Nick Kyrgios opens up on the current generation and social media

The former World Number 13 posted a message on his official Instagram account. Slamming the social media celebrities, he said, “I’m from the generation where it isn’t cool to be haters. You see, social media made everyone think they’re celebrities”

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Further, he added, “But what have you all done that’s worth celebrating? And everybody got the same personality and identities The sheep just multiply, this shit is devastating and embarrassing”

 

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The Australian didn’t have the most ideal start to this season. He tested positive for Covid-19 before he was due to play in the Sydney Tennis Classic. Subsequently, he was forced to withdraw from the tournament after being in isolation.

Further, he didn’t have enough match practice going into the Australian Open. In the men’s singles, he couldn’t proceed beyond the second round. The 26-year-old went down fighting against the eventual runner-up, Daniil Medvedev, in the round of 64.

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However, in the men’s doubles, he teamed up with Thanasi Kokkinakis to clinch the Australian Open title on his home turf. In the all-Australian summit clash, they defeated Matthew Ebden and Max Purcell to win their first title together.

Further, Kyrgios has been handed a wildcard to participate in the ‘Sunshine Double’. Can he make the most of this opportunity? Let us know your views in the comments below.