Nick Kyrgios, the Australian tennis star known for his raw talent and controversial on-court antics, has recently made waves by suggesting that he may retire sooner than expected. In an interview during the Ultimate Tennis Showdown (UTS) Tour, Kyrgios revealed that he doesn’t see himself playing until the age of 33 and hinted at the possibility of an early retirement.
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Kyrgios’ statement has left fans and analysts speculating about the reasons behind his potential early exit from the sport. After his statement, former world no. 1 Tracy Austin commented about his early retirement hint, which led to nothing but a heated argument between the ‘bad boy’ and a tennis fan.
Nick Kyrgios generates controversy yet again with cynical jibes
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The 28-year-old Australian professional tennis player featured prominently during UTS in Los Angeles. He could not play at the tournament because of a wrist injury. However, he did make it all the way to LA as he took charge of Frances Tiafoe.
During the interviews at UTS, Nick expressed that tennis is a very demanding sport. As a result, he does not see himself continuing as a professional tennis player in the years ahead. American tennis icon Tracy Austin dished out her disappointment at Kyrgios’ vision along with her hope of what a tennis pro should want to feel.
Tracy Austin on Nick Kyrgios saying ‘I’m not playing til I’m 33. When I’m gone, you’ll never see me again’:
“I kind of find it sad you’re playing a professional sport & you just don’t absolutely love it. You don’t drink it up.. You want to feel like you’re lucky to be out there” pic.twitter.com/ZRbH1KMxrX
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) July 30, 2023
Tracy’s comment aggravated a controversial response from Nick Kyrgios as he responded in just a couple of hours. He pointed out the fact that it is not luck that brought him to the pinnacle of tennis but his hard work. However, the conversation did not end there as another Twitter user joined the conversation.
Because not everybody has the talent or the early training that you’re a beneficiary of. Hell, if I started at a young age and had your skill, I’d consider myself immensely lucky to be making millions on the big stage, (despite the blood, sweat and tears it took to get there)
— Spencer (@ssb_finesse) July 30, 2023
After Nick’s comment gained a lot of views, one of the users on Twitter minced no words as he commented on his response to Tracy. The comment hinted at Kyrgios’ natural talent and the tennis training he received from an early age. It also brought up Kyrgios’ earnings. Unsurprisingly, the Australian responded, and he was at his sarcastic and cynical best.
Maybe you just weren’t good? Hahahah
— Nicholas Kyrgios (@NickKyrgios) July 30, 2023
A cascade of cynical barbs started soon after, and the user also referred to Kyrgios’ “athletic ability”. The user’s point was to prove that Kyrgios also inherited his physical abilities that make him such a threat on the tennis court.
Brother, I wasn’t athletically gifted at all, there are photos to prove that. I just worked it out, you didn’t.
— Nicholas Kyrgios (@NickKyrgios) July 30, 2023
Kyrgios stopped the critic in his tracks by savagely stating how he “worked out” to get to the top of tennis and the user “didn’t”. And yet again, Kyrgios proves that he will continue to be himself; one of tennis’ most enigmatic and controversial personalities.
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Kyrgios’ lifestyle proves a decisive factor in his early retirement plans
Nick Kyrgios’ talent is undeniable. However, he has often let himself down by not training as hard as many of his colleagues. Even though he has a doubles Grand Slam title to his name and a place in the 2022 Wimbledon singles finals as well, he has failed to go the distance in terms of winning a major tournament as a singles player.
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Kyrgios operates without a coach, which is almost unheard of in pro tennis these days. To make matters worse, his lifestyle choices in the past have been questionable. During his candid confession in the interview, Kyrgios reflected on his ‘drinking and partying’ habits. According to the Aussie, inside, he already feels as if he is 57 years old.
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