Nick Kyrgios isn’t holding back in his ongoing critique of Jannik Sinner, particularly regarding the Italian’s recent doping case. The Australian tennis star has sarcastically labeled Sinner as “the victim,” a comment that follows a month of pointed remarks about the situation that has stirred the tennis community.
Kyrgios, known for his outspoken nature, has been one of the most vocal critics since the case emerged, calling the handling of the situation “ridiculous.” His commentary reached a new peak when he reacted to a post showcasing Sinner at a Gucci event. In response to a comment that downplayed the seriousness of Sinner’s failed drug tests, Kyrgios chimed in with, “Yeah of course – nothing happened bro (laughing emoji) he is the victim.”
Yeah of course – nothing happened bro 🤣 he is the victim
— Nicholas Kyrgios (@NickKyrgios) September 20, 2024
The feud highlights Kyrgios’s propensity to stir controversy, particularly when it involves issues of integrity within the sport. As the debate around Sinner’s situation continues, Kyrgios remains a central figure, unwilling to let the topic fade from public discussion.
Jannik Sinner in 2024
Ranked no.1, Sinner played his last match on the 8th of September when he beat world no.7 Taylor Fritz 6-3 6-4 7-5 in the final of the U.S. Open to win his 17th career title.
Presently, during this year Jannik achieved a 55-5 match record. Sinner conquered 6 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam, Miami, Halle, Cincinnati and U.S. Open.
Sinner is scheduled to play next in Beijing (China Open). He will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 23rd of September.
Nick Kyrgios in 2024
Currently the world no.470, the Australian played his last match on the 13th of June 2023 when he lost to world no.566 Yibing Wu 7-5 6-3 in the 1st round in Stuttgart (draw).
This season Nick has managed to achieve an overall 0-1 win-loss record.
Jannik Sinner and Nick Kyrgios faced off just on 1 occasion. Their record is 1-0 for Sinner. When they played, Jannik Sinner won 7-6(3) 6-3 in the 4th round in Miami (Miami Open) in March 2022.
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