Nick Kyrgios and Daniil Medvedev enjoy a great relationship despite their intense rivalry. The Australian sensation has recently defeated Daniil in Montreal after a highly entertaining and gripping match. Unfortunately, Medvedev had to deal with some haters soon after the encounter when some so-called fans were shouting at him, calling Medvedev ‘loser.’ Daniil did not take it lightly to go and confront his haters.
A video of the episode went viral and Nick Kyrgios defended his Russian friend on social media reminding everyone that Medvedev is still the WORLD number 1. This was Nick’s message:
“Disgusting behaviour. This is the best we have in the sport, fans need to show some respect.”
Disgusting behaviour ☹️ This is the best we have in the sport, fans need to show some respect. https://t.co/p0MG6vF4Xn
— Nicholas Kyrgios (@NickKyrgios) August 14, 2022
Nick Kyrgios in 2022
Now ranked no.37, Nick played his last match on the 12th of August when he was overcome by world no.10 Hubert Hurkacz 7-6(4) 6-7(5) 6-1 in the quarter in Montreal (draw).
During this season Nick owns a composed 30-8 win-loss record. This year, The Australian conquered 1 title in Washington. Nick was the runner-up in Wimbledon.
Daniil Medvedev in 2022
Now the world no.1, Medvedev played his last match on the 10th of August when he was defeated by world no.37 Nick Kyrgios 6-7(2) 6-4 6-2 in the 2nd round in Montreal (draw).
Until now, during this year the Russian achieved a 31-11 win-loss record. This year, Medvedev lifted the trophy in Los Cabos. Medvedev was the finalist at the Australian Open, in Hertogenbosch and in Halle.
Nick Kyrgios and Daniil Medvedev squared off 4 times. The head to head is 3-1 for Kyrgios. The last time they fought against each other, Nick Kyrgios won 6-7(2) 6-4 6-2 in the 2nd round in Montreal (National Bank Open) on the 10th of August 2022.
In the following video you can watch the highlights.
Nick Kyrgios and Daniil Medvedev |
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