July 17th 2024.
Many people were surprised by Nick Kyrgios' impressive performance as a commentator during this year's Wimbledon Championships. The Australian, who is known for his controversial behavior on and off the court, traded his racket for a microphone and received overwhelming praise for his insightful and entertaining commentary.
Kyrgios, who was unable to play at Wimbledon due to injury, gained a new fanbase with his candid takes and opinions. He even expressed his interest in pursuing commentary work in the future, whether it be with the BBC or other broadcasters.
Taking to social media, Kyrgios thanked ESPN and BBC Sport for the opportunity to be a part of their coverage, stating that they did some "special things together" and he can't wait for more. He jokingly referred to himself as "kygs on the mic" and it's clear that he thoroughly enjoyed his time as a commentator.
During the tournament, Kyrgios also sent a message to his friend and Wimbledon runner-up, Novak Djokovic. Despite Djokovic's disappointing loss in the final, Kyrgios congratulated him on a great two weeks and suggested they celebrate with some beers.
Kyrgios and Djokovic have a close relationship and have always spoken highly of each other. In fact, the Aussie stood up for Djokovic during the Australian Open earlier this year when there was a controversy over Covid vaccinations and deportations. They even practiced together at Wimbledon, with Djokovic praising Kyrgios' impressive serve.
While Kyrgios is still recovering from his injury, he is eager to make his return to the ATP Tour. And based on his practice sessions with Djokovic, it seems like he hasn't lost his touch. Djokovic even joked that Kyrgios might make a comeback at the US Open.
It's clear that Kyrgios has a natural talent for commentary and he is excited about the possibility of doing it again in the future. Whether he's on the court or in the commentator's box, Kyrgios never fails to entertain and bring his unique personality to the game of tennis.
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