Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios recently addressed criticism regarding his performance, particularly the label of being an “underachiever.” Despite being sidelined by injuries for over a year, he remains hopeful for a return at the 2025 Australian Open. While he won the men’s doubles title at the 2022 Australian Open with Thanasi Kokkinakis, Kyrgios feels he has faced undue scrutiny from fans due to his outspoken nature.
In a recent appearance on the Louis Theroux podcast, Kyrgios asserted that calling him an underachiever is absurd. “To say that I have under-achieved is insanity… What I have done in my career… I look at that as the biggest overachievement that any athlete can give back,” he stated. He emphasized that winning a Grand Slam is not a measure of success, noting, “99% of tennis players do not win a singles Grand Slam.”
Kyrgios acknowledged the challenges he faced as a young athlete under intense scrutiny and the impact of social media negativity on his temperament. He expressed pride in his journey and the positive influence he aims to have on younger players.
Nick Kyrgios in 2024
Now the world no.470, the Australian played his last match on the 13th of June 2023 when he surrendered to world no.410 Yibing Wu 7-5 6-3 in the 1st round in Stuttgart (draw).
Presently, during this year the Australian owns a composed 0-1 win-loss record.
Nick Kyrgios in 2024
Now the world no.470, Nick played his last match on the 13th of June 2023 when he capitulated to world no.410 Yibing Wu 7-5 6-3 in the 1st round in Stuttgart (draw).
This year Nick owns a compiled 0-1 record.
